1. Police in Scarborough are asking for help finding a driver who fled on foot after a police pursuit Monday morning. Officers say a gray Ford Fusion took off on Payne Road around 9:50, and the chase was later called off. The car was found near Puritan Drive, but the driver ran. A K-9 search came up empty — anyone with info is urged to contact police. (WMTW)
2. A lawsuit has been filed against Boda in downtown Portland by a longtime server alleging illegal tip practices. The suit claims tips were shared with managers and non-service staff and that employees faced retaliation after raising concerns. The restaurant denies the allegations, saying it follows all labor laws. (WGME)
3. A Maine wedding caterer must now pay restitution after a judge ruled against her for leaving couples without services. Bangor-based Bethany Gregory is accused of taking thousands, canceling last minute, and failing to deliver on wedding days. A hearing will determine payouts — but officials say she has no assets and owes taxes first, meaning victims may never see the money. Gregory has since left Maine, and the state is pushing to ban her from doing business here again. (PH)
4. Trader Joe’s is facing a class action settlement over receipts that may have exposed card data. The suit claims some receipts showed the first six and last four digits of credit or debit cards, violating federal law. The company agreed to a $7.4 million settlement — eligible shoppers from 2019 could receive about $102 if they file a claim by June 9. (8nn)
5. A Maine native is now the best heavy equipment operator on the planet. 24-year-old Brian Hayden Jr. of Wells — the youngest competitor ever — won Caterpillar’s Global Operator Challenge in Las Vegas. He dominated events using an excavator, skid steer, and wheel loader, beating finalists from around the world to take home $10,000 and global bragging rights. (NCM)
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