Nathan Libby, 32, will not serve any time in jail but was ordered to pay $17,500 in restitution.
Megan Gray
Staff Writer
Megan Gray is an arts and culture reporter at the Portland Press Herald. A Midwest native, she moved to Maine in 2016. She has written about presidential politics and local government, jury trials and jails. Her current beat is her favorite yet, and she loves the stories that take her to behind the scenes to an artist studio or theater backstage. Outside of work, she likes to explore Maine’s hiking trails and coastal islands with her husband, and she definitely wants to pet your dog.
Federal judge again denies release for Mainer charged in Capitol riot
In denying Kyle Fitzsimons’ release, U.S. District Judge Rudolph Contreras says ‘he has demonstrated a disregard for the safety of others and the rule of law.’
National group to find out if Maine’s youth prison implemented prior recommendations
The Long Creek Youth Development Center in South Portland, the state’s only youth prison, has been under increased scrutiny since a series of incidents this summer led to a leadership shake-up.
Federal judge will decide whether health care workers should get religious exemption to COVID-19 shot
The judge says the key question is whether the Mills administration mandate ‘treats a secular activity more favorably than a comparable activity rooted in the free exercise of religion.’
Maine Department of Corrections hires national group to review violent incidents at Long Creek
Though at least 2 officers could face criminal charges, Commissioner Randy Liberty put much of the blame for the recent turmoil on incarcerated youths.
Violent incidents prompt leadership shake-up and possible criminal charges at Maine’s youth prison
Prosecutors are considering charges against multiple corrections officers at the Long Creek Youth Development Center, say lawmakers who were briefed this week.
Biddeford shooting victim and suspect had previous landlord-tenant dispute
Court documents reveal that Randal J. Hennessey was renting an apartment from Doug Michaud Jr. and that Michaud petitioned the court to evict Hennessey in 2020.
Police arrest suspect in fatal Biddeford shooting
Police have identified the victim as Douglas Michaud of Biddeford, the owner of the multi-unit property where the shooting occurred. Randal J. Hennessy of Biddeford was arrested in New Hampshire.
In rare ruling, Maine supreme court overturns Limington man’s murder conviction
Bruce Akers was found guilty in January 2020 of murdering his neighbor, Douglas Flint. His case now will be sent back for a new trial.
Officials examine human remains found off I-295, where Richmond woman was last seen in 2019
Falmouth police have notified the family of Anneliese Heinig, who has been missing for nearly 2 years.