domestic violence

Published
June 28, 2022

Former partners detail abuse by man sought in death of girlfriend in Acadia

Two women who dated Raymond Lester about a decade ago say he was emotionally and physically abusive. They came forward after Lester was charged in the death of his girlfriend, Nicole Mokeme, 35, last week in Acadia.
Published
May 23, 2022

Brothers’ argument over T-shirt led to shooting death of Wells toddler, police say

Police say that Andrew Huber Young, 19, got in a fight with his brother and was kicked out of the family house, only to return hours later with a gun, firing shots that killed Octavia Huber-Young. She would have turned 2 in July.
Published
April 19, 2022

Maine domestic violence advocacy group lays groundwork with next generation in Bath

Using age-appropriate lessons on inclusivity, empathy and boundary setting, the group aims to prepare youngsters for future conversations about domestic violence.
Published
March 29, 2022

Goodwill stores assist in promoting domestic violence awareness
Published
February 24, 2022

Maine Voices: Maine’s domestic violence agencies offer resources to people in need

Advocates are among the frontline workers during the pandemic, and their services can be accessed anywhere in the state through a toll-free hotline.