1. Several thousand protesters marched through downtown Portland on Thursday for International Workers’ Day, joining over 1,300 May Day rallies nationwide opposing President Trump’s agenda. Demonstrators criticized his executive orders and proposed cuts, stopping at locations they say have been targeted, including the Post Office and Portland High. The event ended with a rally at Congress Square Park. (WMTW)
2. Maine State Police have arrested 65-year-old Raymond Brown of Bangor for the 1984 murder of 18 year-old Linda Maxwell, a cold case that remained unsolved for over 40 years. Brown is being held without bail. (WMTW)
3. A 35-pound pipe that smashed a car on the Maine State Pier in Portland may have fallen from a plane, according to police. The object hit a parked VW Jetta, shattering the rear window and denting the liftgate. The FAA has been notified and is investigating. (WMTW)
4. Starting May 7, Mainers will need a Real ID or other federally approved ID to fly domestically. With just 27% of residents compliant, state leaders are urging the TSA to issue warnings instead of turning travelers away. Without the proper ID, passengers risk delays or being denied boarding. (WGME)
5. Kraft Mac & Cheese teamed up with Ring Concierge to upgrade the classic Mother’s Day macaroni necklace. The $25 limited-edition piece features a 24-karat gold chain and a golden elbow macaroni. It’s available online while supplies last. (DR)
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