Maine
Local and state news from the Sun Journal.
Committee for Spruce Mountain schools hopes to improve student behavior by involving others
The newly formed committee started work this summer.
El Rodeo restaurant opens on Sabattus Street in Lewiston
South Portland Mexican eatery opens its third location in former Burnt Ends space.
Launch of Maine research satellite delayed once again
Built by Maine college students, MESAT-1 will collect climate data for Maine students studying urban heat islands, phytoplankton and harmful algae blooms.
Kingfield Select Board reviews changes to zoning ordinance
The Planning Board plans to gather more feedback at an informational meeting July 9 at 6 p.m.
Gov. Mills sued over alleged violation of Freedom of Access Act
The lawsuit, from the editor of a conservative media outlet, seeks the release of information regarding Gov. Mill’s schedule during the December storm that wreaked havoc in Maine.
Driver who hit 4 troopers in Hollis last summer sentenced to 2 years in prison
Tyler Croston of Westbrook pleaded guilty to aggravated assault and reckless conduct with a dangerous weapon.
Casco man dies in motorcycle crash
Nicholas Murdock, 35, died at Maine Medical Center Tuesday, a day after losing control of his bike on Meadow Road.
Driver dies when car is struck by loose tire on turnpike
Justin Nsenga, 49, died after a pickup truck’s tire became dislodged and hit his 2018 Mercedes sedan Monday morning.
Portland man accused of building bomb, threatening judiciary member
Daryl Walsh is facing charges for terrorizing, criminal use of explosives and violation of a protection order after police say he threatened a former domestic partner and a member of the judiciary.