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1. Man accused of Portland stabbing death claims self-defense (newscentermaine.com) — A Portland man accused in the fatal August stabbing on the Back Cove trail near Tukey's Bridge has pleaded not guilty, with his attorney arguing he acted in self-defense. During Wednesday's court hearing, lawyers scrutinized witness video and police evidence, while the judge delayed a decision on whether the 58-year-old defendant will be granted bail.
2. 'They're true heroes': LifeFlight crews and former patients reunite (newscentermaine.com) — LifeFlight of Maine crews and former patients gathered in Portland to reconnect and thank the medical flight teams who have transported more than 40,000 critically ill or injured Mainers. Families shared powerful survival stories, including a Rockwood patient flown to Portland, while organizers highlighted how the nonprofit's Bangor, Lewiston, and Sanford bases speed patients to Portland and other hospitals statewide.
3. Meet Willow, our Adoptable Pet of the Week (wmtw.com) — If you're looking to adopt near Portland, Willow is a 2-year-old, people-loving mixed-breed dog waiting at the Animal Refuge League of Greater Portland in Westbrook. Staff say she's smart, eager to please, and best as the only dog for now, with adoptions handled first-come, first-served and clear sign-in and visiting hours for prospective families.
4. Maine's 3 must-watch high school football games this week (pressherald.com) — High school football fans will see South Portland chase a playoff spot in a key matchup that could shape Class A South standings, with a showdown against Portland still ahead. The article also breaks down Oxford Hills vs. Bonny Eagle and Cape Elizabeth vs. Spruce Mountain, explaining how each result could affect postseason seeding across Maine.
5. Maine DEP releases air quality data for area around petroleum tanks in South Portland (fox23maine.com) — If you live in South Portland or nearby Portland, new state data show long-term elevated benzene levels around most petroleum tank facilities, with one terminal averaging 4.5 times the state limit. Maine DEP and CDC will brief the South Portland City Council on October 27 and plan another year of monitoring closer to neighborhoods to better understand residents' exposure.
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