The U.S. Bankruptcy Court locations in Portland and Bangor will be closed on January 26, 2026, due to inclement weather. The court announced the closure in advance to inform the public and any parties with scheduled business at either location.

The U.S. Bankruptcy Court locations in Portland and Bangor will be closed on January 26, 2026, due to inclement weather. The court announced the closure in advance to inform the public and any parties with scheduled business at either location.
Brent Ouellette, formerly of Lewiston, was sentenced in Portland federal court for cyberstalking offenses that included posting explicit content without consent and impersonation. He received an 18-month prison term and supervised release.
Joseph Ebner from Presque Isle pleaded guilty in Bangor federal court to distributing and possessing child sexual abuse material on Apr. 17. The case involved online communication with an undercover agent posing as a child’s parent. Authorities emphasize continued efforts against such crimes through collaborations led by the U.S. Attorney’s Office.
Dustin Davenport from New Sweden pleaded guilty in Bangor court to charges involving child sexual abuse material. Law enforcement agencies conducted an investigation leading to his arrest following evidence found on his devices. The case forms part of broader national efforts against online exploitation.
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