U..S. District Court Archives - Lewiston Sun Journal

Kennebunk doctor accused of overprescribing opioids was blocked from filing prescriptions

by Emily Allen June 10, 2024June 11, 2024

In the first day of a federal trial against Dr. Merideth Norris, prosecutors say she was prescribing incredibly high doses to her patients, catching the attention of local pharmacists. Norris and those coming to her defense say pain management is incredibly complex.

Maine Crime, News, Oxford Hills

Norway man gets two years for federal fraud

by Christopher Williams May 31, 2024

Prosecutors say Merton Weed Jr. stole more than $240,000 intended for businesses struggling through the COVID-19 pandemic.

Maine

Portland attorney nominated to become federal judge

by Emily Allen April 24, 2024April 25, 2024

Stacey Neumann has been nominated to fill an upcoming vacancy in the U.S. District Court when Chief Judge Jon Levy retires in May.

Maine Crime, News, Oxford Hills

Oxford man shot by police in Mexico gets nearly 2 years in prison

by Christopher Williams April 23, 2024April 23, 2024

Prosecutors say Brandon Dearborn, who was prohibited from having a gun, took aim at police before he was shot.

Maine Crime, News, Oxford Hills

Peru woman admits to three federal drug and firearm felonies

by Christopher Williams April 18, 2024April 18, 2024

Mandy Shorey faces 15 years to life in prison on the charges.

Arts & Entertainment

Retiring federal judge is latest subject for Belfast portrait artist

by Megan Gray April 14, 2024April 13, 2024

Maine artist Maxwell Nolin recently unveiled the official portrait of retiring Chief U.S. District Judge Jon Levy, which will hang in the federal courthouse in Portland.