Michel Tshimankinda was detained by ICE last week. His family is raising money to bring him home to Westbrook.
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From their cars, families celebrate Eid al-Fitr in Westbrook
Muslims from the Portland area and beyond kept to their automobiles in a pandemic-era celebration of the holy day.
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Posted inAmerican Journal, Local & State, News
Firefighters rescue four people from burning building in Westbrook
Two of the occupants were transported to an area hospital for treatment of smoke inhalation.
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Police seek help in search for missing Westbrook man
Donald Bois was last seen at his home Monday morning. He may be driving a black, 2012 Chevrolet Equinox.
Posted inMaine Crime, News
Westbrook man sentenced to more than 6 years for distributing child pornography
Tyler Garnett, 23, also was ordered to pay $12,000 in restitution to four victims.
Posted inLocal & State, Maine Crime, News
Police investigating 2 shooting incidents in Westbrook
No one was injured, and the 2 incidents appear to be unrelated, police said.
Posted inBusiness, Local & State
After 33 years, cobbler is stepping away from landmark shop in Westbrook
Paul Rowland is selling his trailer and property, and moving Paul’s Shoe Repair to his garage in Lisbon, where he and his wife moved to be closer to their children and grandchildren.
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Maine mayors push Mills to share federal dollars with cities
Mayors in some of the state’s largest cities are asking why Gov. Janet Mills’ administration has not produced a plan to share federal funds to help municipalities with pandemic-related expenses.
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It’s back: Another Westbrook ice disk appears to be forming in the Presumpscot
While not quite the spinning wonder that went viral in 2019, this ice disk is taking shape in the Presumpscot River near downtown Westbrook.
Posted inLocal & State, Maine Crime, News
Teenagers charged in connection with armed robberies in Portland, Westbrook
The 16-year-old and 17-year-old are accused of robbing a gas station and a convenience store.