Two bodies were found at the residence after the fire in May, who authorities identified as Marie Robbins, 35, of Great Pond and Ryan Devisme, 38 of Aurora.
Morgan Womack
Staff Writer
Morgan covers breaking news and public safety for the Portland Press Herald. Before moving to Maine in 2024, she reported for Michigan State University's student-run publication, as well as the Indianapolis Star and Michigan Public. She's passionate about telling human-centered stories and battling for access to public records. As someone who grew up on the sandy shores of Lake Michigan, Morgan feels at home in Maine's natural scenery.
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Man accused of manslaughter in death of Owls Head toddler appears in court
Aziayh Scott, 23, joined his initial hearing on Zoom from Knox County Jail.
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Maine Republicans and Democrats react after Biden drops out of 2024 race
Most Democrats praised the president, saying he is putting the country first, while some Republicans say Biden’s ‘terrible’ policies won’t change just because there will be a new nominee.
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A death investigation in Cushing reveals conflicting information as second suspect appears in court
Jason Hewett, 39, of Farmingdale, is charged with manslaughter in connection with the death of Kyle MacDougall, 45, of Waldoboro.
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South Portland teen found not guilty of school shooting plot
Cumberland County Judge Peter Darvin said the 17-year-old did commit arson.
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Police arrest second suspect in Cushing death after 4-hour standoff
Maine State Police say Jason Hewett, who has been tied to a death in Cushing, was arrested Tuesday. Court documents for another suspect indicate the victim was Kyle MacDougall of Waldoboro.
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Maine’s fire marshal retiring after complaints about office’s workplace culture
Richard McCarthy will step down on Aug. 30, less than a year after the state’s labor relations board reported that the office committed a ‘flagrant violation’ of a union contract.
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Driver who hit 4 troopers in Hollis last summer sentenced to 2 years in prison
Tyler Croston of Westbrook pleaded guilty to aggravated assault and reckless conduct with a dangerous weapon.
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Man sentenced to life in prison for murdering parents, family friends in Bowdoin
Joseph Eaton pleaded guilty in Sagadahoc County Superior Court to the nearly 20 charges he faced for killing Cynthia and David Eaton, and Bob and Patti Eger in April 2023.
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Body of New Hampshire man recovered from Bar Harbor cove
Authorities were alerted about 20-year-old Gregory Taylor after an eyewitness reported seeing a swimmer in distress.