Robert Fico was in serious but stable condition a day after being shot multiple times in the stomach, a hospital official said.
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White House blocks release of Biden audio as Republicans move ahead with Garland contempt charge
The audio is at the center of a Republican effort to hold Attorney General Merrick Garland in contempt of Congress.
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Posted inLocal & State, Maine Crime
Lewiston shooter’s family testifies before commission investigating Maine’s deadliest mass shooting
Several members of Robert Card’s family, including his sister and ex-wife, spoke Thursday about how they tried to get him help for months before he killed 18 people in October.
Posted inNation & World, Politics
Michael Cohen pressed on his crimes and lies as defense attacks key Trump hush money trial witness
Cohen’s cross-examination is a pivotal moment for Trump’s team, who must convince jurors that his once-loyal attorney and fixer can’t be believed.
Posted inLocal & State, Outdoors
A remote forest thrives, thanks to woodswomen
The team behind a 180-acre community woodland near Brownville in Piscataquis County brings a collaborative, relationship-based approach to how it manages the land. The female-centric collective may be entirely accidental, but its focus on empowerment may be crucial to adapting to climate change.
Posted inLocal & State
Oversight panel questions officials about workplace culture in fire marshal’s office
Fire Marshal Richard McCarthy tells lawmakers that his office is working better and morale has improved, but ‘there is still work to be done.’ But the union chief said employees have been disappointed so far with steps the office has taken.
Posted inBusiness, Local & State
Moody’s upgrades Maine’s credit rating to second-highest
The credit rating agency cites the state’s ‘sustained financial improvements including a large increase in reserves and solid pension contributions practices.’
Posted inBusiness, Local & State
Experts urge developers to think small for solution to Maine’s housing crisis
The Maine Real Estate & Development Association’s annual spring gathering focused on creative ways to approach housing development by utilizing small lots, historic tax credits and the transformation of Portland’s zoning regulations.
Posted inBusiness, Local & State
USPS says changes at Hampden mail facility are on hold – for now
The Postal Service had proposed converting the Hampden facility into a local processing center, which Maine’s delegation strongly opposed.
Posted inCommunity News, Local Government, News
Farmington police officer, fire crew recognized for efforts at Holley Road fire in February
Police officer Rex Schweighofer was first on the scene, escorted the wife from the home, then went back inside to execute a room-to-room search.