Two Maine babies and two toddlers died during May through August of 2021 due to suspected abuse by their parents. In fact, the four child homicides in three months set a state record. Barbara Walsh explores the recent homicides in a new series.
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Premature birth, premature death: The sad, tragic life of a Maine child
Maddox Williams, born to parents battling drug and alcohol addictions, didn’t live to age 4. His mother is charged with his murder.
What more can be done? Some are haunted as child deaths in Maine continue to rise
‘Nothing’s changed’ in the child welfare system, says a former school nurse who will never forget a 10-year-old girl who suffered so much.
Chasing Maine: The Air Show
Blue Angels, dramatic aerobatic flights, small protest are all part of the Brunswick air show scene.
Chasing Maine: The Oasis
Though humble in size, volunteer-run Casco Days fair is a display of pride and generous community spirit.
Gov. Mills lets public defense changes become law
Hard-fought reforms to Maine’s public defense system were enacted on July 15 without the signature of Gov. Janet Mills.
Chasing Maine: The Antique Car Show
The weekly antique car show in Cumberland allows anyone to bring a classic car or simply admire the vintage beauties.
Lawyer withdraws from nearly 200 cases after not complying with billing investigation
In a scathing court motion, Amy Fairfield accused the Maine Commission on Indigent Legal Services of launching a “targeted campaign” against her law firm.
Chasing Maine: Indomitable Spirit
Fabi and Fartun have shown remarkable strength and fortitude as they pursue their goal of graduation and becoming nurses.
Chasing Maine: The Rewind
Take a look back at our favorite moments from the first 10 months of Chasing Maine — a 2021 New England Emmy nominee.
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