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A 13-year-old boy from Scarborough died after being struck by a vehicle in Portland on Saturday night. Two other teenagers were seriously injured but expected to survive. Police are investigating the incident, which occurred near the I-95 overpass, and have not yet filed charges against the 48-year-old driver.
A 13-year-old boy died and two other teens were seriously injured after a vehicle struck a group of pedestrians on Warren Avenue in Portland, Maine, on Saturday night. The driver, a 48-year-old man, remained at the scene and is cooperating with investigators, though no charges have been filed. The victim has been identified as Abdulrahman Mohammed, a student from Scarborough, while the two injured teens are expected to survive. Police are seeking video evidence from the area to determine the circumstances of the crash.
Portland police have identified Nichele Roakes, 57, as the woman killed in a hit-and-run crash on Forest Avenue on August 24. The driver of a dark-colored pickup truck fled the scene, and authorities are still seeking information to identify the suspect.
Maine-based Hearts of Pine announced plans to build a new waterfront stadium in Portland's West End, with construction aimed to begin in late 2027 and the men’s team moving from Fitzpatrick Stadium by 2029; the club’s women’s team will begin play at the new stadium in May 2027.
A new temple for The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints will be built in Portland, Maine, marking the first in the state, with the announcement made during a Christmas devotional by Elder Allen D. Haynie, highlighting the significance of increased access to church ordinances.
New York City retains the top spot on the 2024 Global Tastemakers list of the Best Cities for Food and Drinks in the United States, with newcomers Honolulu, Portland, Maine, and Washington, D.C. also gaining recognition. The list celebrates the best culinary destinations in the U.S., showcasing cities like New Orleans, Chicago, Austin, Los Angeles, Miami, and Seattle, as well as the diverse and innovative dining scenes they offer.