Mark Cardilli Jr. was convicted of manslaughter for shooting Isahak Muse in Cardilli’s parents’ home. A key question for the court is whether Muse was a guest or an intruder.
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Candidates for charter commission represent diversity of Portland
They are competing for nine seats on a panel that could recommend big changes in the structure of city government.
How to garden safely if there is lead in your soil
A project of the Cumberland Soil & Water Conservation District found high levels of lead in the soil of some Portland neighborhoods.
Portland mayor rescinds controversial proclamation
The move comes 3 weeks after former Boston Mayor Marty Walsh rescinded a similar proclamation that stirred tensions rooted in a historical conflict between Armenia and Azerbaijan.
Lives Lost: Bob O’Donnell, 92, retired district chief for Portland Fire Department
He and his wife, Betty, both tested positive for COVID-19 on Feb. 4. She has recovered, but he died in late March.
Vandals damage more than 150 gravesites at Evergreen Cemetery in Portland
The extent of the damage indicates that it occurred over several days, and police are asking for the public’s help.
Rent relief slowly making its way to Maine tenants and landlords
The latest 2 federal stimulus packages have earmarked a total of $352 million for Maine to keep tenants housed and cover amounts owed to landlords and utility providers.
Veterans Count Maine benefit planned for June 19
Each participant will take fundraising to new heights, raising a minimum of $1,000 in donations for Veterans Count Maine to be eligible to rappel.
Restaurants’ complaints lead Portland to look at regulating food delivery services
Two city councilors are drafting a proposal to require third-party food delivery services to have a formal agreement with the restaurants before offering delivery.
With business travel lagging, Portland lands direct flights to cities around the U.S.
The new flights could be temporary or long-term, depending on their popularity and the recovery of business travel.