A 13-year-old Lewiston boy was on a school field trip at Range Pond when he disappeared under the water and died.
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Lisbon man appears in federal court on gun charges
Federal agents say the former licensed firearms dealer was selling guns without a license.
Federal judge rules against Orrington church that challenged Mills
U.S. District Judge Nancy Torresen denies Calvary Chapel’s motion for a temporary restraining order that would have allowed it to hold an in-church service Sunday.
Honduran man living in Turner sentenced for being in US illegally
Angel Isaula was sentenced to time served after U.S. Border Patrol agents arrested him Jan. 7 on a charge of being found in the United States after removal.
Portland tax preparer sentenced to prison for filing false returns
Ashraf Eldeknawey pleaded guilty last year to helping prepare and file 11 false tax returns.
Auburn woman back in federal court on drug charge after failed rehab
Donna Pagnani is charged with intent to distribute 40 grams or more of fentanyl.
Lewiston couple sues DHHS for $1 million for disabled daughter
20-year-old diagnosed with several behavioral disorders.
New Maine law to protect abuse survivors’ finances is illegal, credit agencies say in lawsuit
The agencies also challenge a new state law that limits the reporting of medical debt.
Maine’s federal courts to run out of money this week
PORTLAND — Federal courts in Maine are about to run out of money, but hearings, trials and new cases will continue during the federal shutdown. Chief Judge John Levy said steps have been taken to reduce costs but that money is projected to run out on Friday. He said court officials are sorting out which […]
Topsham parents can’t record autistic son’s school day, court rules
BOSTON (AP) — A federal appeals court on Monday ruled against a Maine couple who wants to record the school day of their son with autism and a rare neurological disorder that affects his speaking ability. The parents say their 19-year-old son should be allowed to carry an audio recording device in class so they […]