The case underscores the stigma around mental health in law enforcement and what’s at stake when an officer is subject to such an order.
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Maine police union accuses Mills administration of bad-faith bargaining
The filing from the Fraternal Order of Police comes after the largest union for state employees made similar claims in a labor complaint last month.
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New Sabattus police chief brings decades of experience to position
David Lyons hopes to focus on bringing stability to the department, retaining staff and building stronger connections with the community.
Posted inLocal News, Maine, Maine Crime, Rumford Falls Times
Mexico man arrested again on theft charges
Police say Rex Allen Call Jr. cashed a check that had been canceled after he failed to do promised work.
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Maine State Police trooper ‘body-slammed’ Chelsea woman, according to lawsuit
Marie Searles’ lawsuit accuses state police of a pattern of ‘failing to properly investigate and discipline troopers in cases of excessive force.’
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Windham businesses and community centers got mixed messaging as manhunt unfolded
A shelter-in-place order Friday interrupted a memorial service and came during an already busy period for local businesses, sowing confusion as details about the shooting trickled out.