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Should Maine’s yellow flag law have been used to prevent Lewiston shootings? Its sponsor thinks so

by Randy Billings November 2, 2023November 3, 2023

Sen. Lisa Keim, R-Dixfield, says that it appears the state’s so-called yellow flag law could have been used to take away Robert Card’s guns, but others say the law includes too many obstacles.

Lewiston-Auburn, Local & State, Maine Crime

Manhunt timeline reveals gaps in search for Lewiston mass shooter

by Kay Neufeld November 2, 2023November 3, 2023

The timeline indicates the recycling center business was only searched once by the Maine State Police sometime during the afternoon of Oct. 26. Robert Card’s body was found on the property the following night.

Business, Local & State

Mills seeks federal assistance for businesses affected by shooting

by Carol Coultas November 2, 2023November 3, 2023

This would make businesses and nonprofits eligible for low-interest loans to make up for interruptions from the Lewiston-area shelter-in-place order.

Lewiston-Auburn, Local & State, Nation & World, News

Biden’s visit likely to consist mostly of private meetings with victims’ families

by Steve Collins November 2, 2023November 2, 2023

The White House provided few details of the Friday afternoon trip to Lewiston by President Biden and first lady Jill Biden.

Local & State, Maine Crime, Schools and Education

One man arrested as schools, colleges in Maine go into lockdown

by John Terhune and Dylan Tusinski November 2, 2023November 3, 2023

Threats were made against students and staff at MSAD 75, Northern Maine Community College and several Skowhegan-area schools.

Lewiston-Auburn, Local & State, Maine Crime

One shooting victim at CMMC remains in critical condition

by Grace Benninghoff November 2, 2023November 4, 2023

Three people who were critically injured in the shootings last week are being cared for at Central Maine Medical Center. As of Thursday, only one patient remained in critical condition.

Kennebec Journal, Local & State, Schools and Education

Winthrop holds candlelight vigil for victims of Lewiston mass shooting

by Emily Duggan November 1, 2023November 2, 2023

The vigil was held Wednesday night at Winthrop High School and honored the lives of student Aaron Young, 14; his father, Bill Young, 43; and Jason Walker, 51, the uncle of a Winthrop High School student.

Local & State, Nation & World, News

Family members of teenager wounded by Lewiston shooter say he is recovering well

by Dennis Hoey November 1, 2023November 2, 2023

Edward Little High School sophomore Gavin Robitaille is undergoing treatment at MassGeneral Hospital for Children in Boston and as of Wednesday was listed in good condition.