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Democrat Scott Harriman won the Lewiston House District 94 special election 572-503 over Republican Janet Beaudoin, giving Democrats a three-seat edge in Maine's 151-member House. The seat was vacated by Kristen Cloutier, who resigned to take a job in the Senate President’s office, and another June special will fill Republican Kathy Javner’s seat after her death. Harriman, 39, serves on Lewiston’s City Council and School Committee.
A single large AI-focused data center can consume more energy than 5,000 homes, with some centers using enough electricity to power 100,000 households, leading to community opposition due to concerns over electricity costs and grid strain.
The Farmer’s Almanac based in Lewiston, Maine, is ending publication after over 200 years, but the Old Farmer’s Almanac, which is often confused with it, will continue to publish its annual edition and online content.
Jeremiah Abreu, wanted for killing his brother in Massachusetts, was arrested in Lewiston, Maine by the U.S. Marshals Service. He will be extradited to Massachusetts to face multiple charges, including murder. Two others have been charged with accessory to homicide in connection with the murder.
Tissue samples from the brain of the Lewiston mass shooter, who killed 18 people in Maine, have been sent for testing for chronic traumatic encephalopathy (CTE). Robert Card, a US Army reservist and certified firearms instructor, had a history of military experience and had been ordered to undergo a psychiatric evaluation prior to the shooting. CTE is a neurological disorder caused by repeated blows to the head and can only be diagnosed after death. Results from the tests are expected in six to eight months.
Maine's congressional delegation, consisting of Republican Sen. Susan Collins, independent Sen. Angus King, and Democratic Reps. Chellie Pingree and Jared Golden, is calling for an Army investigation into the events leading up to the October mass shooting in Lewiston, Maine, which left 18 people dead. The delegation has requested a separate, independent, concurrent investigation to understand what happened and identify any breakdowns or system failures that enabled the shooter, Robert Card, to commit the shootings. The families of the victims have also called for answers and appreciate the lawmakers' swift action.
The commission investigating the mass shootings in Lewiston, Maine, held its first meeting and requested subpoena power to access necessary documents and testimony. The commission aims to complete its work within six months and plans to operate with maximum transparency. The findings could potentially lead to legislative efforts, although it remains uncertain if they will be addressed in the upcoming session. The commission appointed staff members, including an executive director and investigators, and funding will come from legal settlements collected by the attorney general's office.
A deadly shooting at a hospital in New Hampshire has left many unsettled, coming just days after a similar tragedy in Lewiston. The incident has raised concerns about safety and security in healthcare facilities.
The boys' high school soccer team in Lewiston, Maine, won the state title just weeks after a mass shooting in the city that claimed 18 lives. The Lewiston Blue Devils defeated Deering 3-2 in the Class A boys' soccer state championship game. The team dedicated their victory to the city and aimed to bring some positivity after the tragedy. Tegra Mbele scored the winning goal in overtime, triggering a jubilant celebration among players and spectators.
Survivors of the Lewiston mass shooting in Maine are sharing their stories of heroism and survival. Witness Kelly Sylvia credits a stranger, Andrew Chessie, for saving her life by pulling her under a cornhole board during the shooting. The quick thinking and the lights going out may have been what saved their lives. The survivors have formed strong bonds and express gratitude for each other's heroism.
The medical examiner's report on the Lewiston, Maine shooter, Robert R. Card II, reveals that he likely shot himself eight to 12 hours before his body was found, indicating that he was alive during most of the manhunt that followed his two mass shootings. Card, an Army reservist, killed 18 people and injured 13 others in the shootings at a bowling alley and a bar. The report also mentions Card's history of erratic behavior and his belief that he was being labeled a pedophile. The cause of death was determined to be a gunshot wound to the head, and the manner of death was ruled as suicide. The final report will be released with permission from Card's next of kin.
President Biden visited Lewiston, Maine, to meet with the families of the victims and survivors of a mass shooting that killed 18 people at a bar and a bowling alley. He expressed his condolences and emphasized the need for common-sense gun control measures to protect communities and prevent further acts of violence. The visit was not intended as a platform for new gun control advocacy, but rather as an opportunity for the president to console and support the grieving community.
Jennifer Zanca, a survivor of the mass shooting in Lewiston, Maine, shared her harrowing experience with NBC 10 News. Zanca was at a restaurant with friends when she heard gunshots and saw the shooter targeting gamers. She was shot in the arm but managed to hide behind a dumpster and apply pressure to stop the bleeding. Zanca praised the support she has received but expressed sorrow for the 18 lives lost in the tragedy. Breslin Macneir, whose father was killed in the shooting, hopes President Joe Biden's visit will bring the community together. Questions have been raised about the system's failure to address the shooter's mental health warning signs. The medical examiner determined that the shooter died by suicide.
President Joe Biden and first lady Jill Biden will travel to Lewiston, Maine, on Friday to pay their respects to the victims of a mass shooting that left 18 people dead. The visit comes after a two-day manhunt for the suspect, who was found dead. Biden has called for Congress to pass legislation addressing gun violence and has dispatched the deputy director of the gun violence prevention office to coordinate federal support for the community. The president has expressed frustration at the lack of action on gun control in Congress and has criticized the use of high-capacity magazines.
Actor and comedian Will Ferrell sends a message of support to the Lewiston and Auburn football teams ahead of their rivalry game, which was rescheduled due to a recent mass shooting in Lewiston. The game aims to bring the communities together and raise funds for the victims and their families. Other celebrities, including Rob Gronkowski and Mac Jones, also send messages of encouragement. The game is seen as an opportunity to provide a sense of normalcy and unity in a community that is still healing.