AUGUSTA — Cortney A. Krechkin of Sidney recently graduated from the Westbrook College of Health Professions at the University of New England.
August 2012
Three men indicted on sex charges in Augusta
Three men indicted separately on sex offense charges went before a judge via video on Monday in Kennebec County Superior Court.
Watching TV turns bad when man shoots self in butt
ROME — A New Hampshire man is recuperating after shooting himself in the buttocks while watching TV Friday night, police said.
Ryan wields machete, smile when attacking budget
WASHINGTON — Paul Ryan traveled a perilous route to political stardom. While other lawmakers nervously whistled past trillion-dollar deficits, fearing to cut popular programs, he waded in with a machete and a smile.
Dems try to tie Romney to Ryan plan
As the rival tickets visit battleground states, Romney’s position on budget issues is unclear.
U.S. Rep. Jesse Jackson Jr. being treated for bipolar disorder
The statement from the Mayo Clinic is the most detailed about Jackson’s mysterious medical leave.
Winslow council defers action on fireworks
WINSLOW — An ordinance to limit fireworks use in town was tabled by the Town Council last night after councilors agreed there were too many unaddressed questions to move forward.
STILL LIFE: Oscar and Binder carry the load
Robert Berry of Norridgewock drives his two Belgian draft horses Oscar, left, and Binder during the pulling competition at the Skowhegan State Fair on Monday. Berry and his horses were competing in the 2,900-pound class.
SAD 13 leaders hope three’s the charm
BINGHAM — School Administrative District 13 residents in Bingham and Moscow will consider a third budget tonight.
Teacher could be spared job if he avoids criminal conduct for two months
PORTLAND — The terrorizing charge against a Freeport Middle School teacher for a classroom comment about shooting an M-16 will be dismissed if he avoids criminal conduct for the next 60 days.