Maurice Diggins and Dusty Leo, accused of shouting racial epithets before both alleged assaults, face state and federal charges.
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Bill to exclude non-citizens sparks State House debate over voting rights
A Republican lawmaker wants a constitutional amendment to allow only citizens to cast ballots in state and local elections – something state law already does.
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Portland police looking for driver of vehicle that struck pedestrian
A 29-year-old Portland man was seriously injured on Congress Street on Sunday night in what police are describing as a hit-and-run crash.
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Thousands mourn fallen Berwick firefighter at somber service in Portland
Firefighters from nearly a dozen states were among the 2,500 people at the emotional public funeral for Capt. Joel Barnes.
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Greenlight Maine launches new show for collegiate entrepreneurs
Collegiate Challenge will feature college student entrepreneurs competing for a grand prize of $25,000.
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Dave Noyes, trombonist for the Rustic Overtones, dies unexpectedly at 45
Members of Maine’s best-known rock band are mourning the loss of a man one described as ‘the glue that held us together.’
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Portland Stage Studio Series to perform ‘We Can Eat Love’
The show will run March 22-31 at the Portland Stage Studio Theater.
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Liberty development partner pleads not guilty in federal fraud case
Paul Hess worked with Michael Liberty to raise investment money for Liberty’s software company. Instead, prosecutors allege, they defrauded investors of millions.
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Maine group sues Trump administration over ‘gag rule’ for family planning clinics
Health advocates have said the rule will limit access to safe abortions in Maine and nationwide.
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Legislative panel backs bill to reduce maximum contribution to municipal candidates
The proposal by Rep. Ben Chipman of Portland would lower the upper limit from $850 to $500.