The resolution was passed to express Congress’ concern that the war has become a humanitarian crisis and that the U.S. is getting too close to Saudi Arabia.
April 2019
Carrabassett Valley police officer charged with domestic violence assault
Carrabassett Valley police officer Corrado Ceccarelli, 55, was arrested in Carrabassett Valley by Farmington police after an investigation of a domestic violence assault.
Democrats subpoena Deutsche Bank, others amid Trump probe
The move suggests the House Democrats are interested in knowing whether the banks’ financial arrangements could translate into political leverage.
Federal funding cuts could hit Oxford County Emergency Management Agency
Oxford County EMA Director Allyson Hill told commissioners there is likely less federal reimbursement for 2019-20.
Panel endorses bill to require lead testing for children
If enacted, the proposal would require testing of all 1- and 2-year-olds in Maine to detect lead poisoning early in a child’s development.
U.S. halts sales of pelvic mesh tied to injuries in women
The mesh helped treat pelvic collapse in women, but has been linked to pain, bleeding and infection.
Former Interior chief moves to private sector with mining company job
Ryan Zinke was the Trump cabinet official in charge of the country’s natural resources. His new position is raising questions about possible conflicts of interest.
Burglary charges dropped for Portland man accused of burglaries at Augusta Elks Club
Charles R. York was sentenced to 40 months behind bars, time he already had served, on a single felony charge of violating a condition of release.
Softball: Cony slips past Brunswick in extras
The Rams score three runs in the bottom of the 8th inning to win opener.
Russian support for Stalin surges to record high, poll shows
Nostalgia for the Soviet dictator follows the government’s efforts to play down his tyranny and recast him as a modernizer.