But plenty of others think that sheer financial gain is behind Eddie Lampert’s perseverance.
2019
Posted inMaine, Maine Crime, News
Trial for lawsuit in Biddeford murders rescheduled as defendants seek dismissal
The attorney representing the defendants, which include the city and its police department, is asking the court to dismiss the lawsuit stemming from two shooting deaths by landlord James Pak in 2012.
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Posted inMaine
Farmington closes crosswalk at Main Street and South Street
The closure comes at the request of the Maine Department of Transportation, which expressed safety concerns in a recent audit.
Posted inMaine
Waterville council to interview five candidates for Ward 2 seat
At Tuesday’s meeting, councilors also will consider taking the first of two needed votes to accept a $7.3 million federal grant for downtown revitalization work.
Posted inBusiness, Maine, News
Working-waterfront advocates end petition drive to limit use of Portland piers
The group had collected signatures to force a citywide vote on limiting non-marine uses of the waterfront.
Posted inLife & Culture
R. Kelly accuser says he threatened to reveal her sex life
The woman, Faith Rodgers, and her attorney, Gloria Allred, spoke at a news conference Monday.
Posted inMaine
Vassalboro, Gardiner town managers lead Maine Municipal Association
Mary Sabins, town manager of Vassalboro, was sworn in as president of the Maine Municipal Associations executive committee in December. Gardiner City Manager Christine Landes is now vice president.
Posted inMaine
Gardiner sets library fees for neighboring towns
Going forward, the charges for partner towns will be determined on a per capita basis, rather than on usage or circulation.
Posted inMaine, Maine Crime
North Anson woman indicted on charges of criminal threatening
Theresa Richardson-Kelley allegedly pulled a handgun on two Somerset County deputies attempting to serve her with papers.
Posted inMaine, Schools and Education
From USM to University of Maine at Portland? Signs point to ‘yes’
Campus leaders back the change in name, which needs approval from the UMaine System trustees and, finally, the Legislature.