IN WATERVILLE, Thursday at 8:11 a.m., criminal mischief was investigated on Grove Street. 11:01 a.m., a protection order violation was investigated at Walmart on Waterville Commons Drive. 2:11 p.m., a theft was investigated on Silvermount Street. 2:36 p.m., suspicious activity was investigated at Alfond Municipal Pool on North Street. 6:48 p.m., a fire was extinguished […]
August 2012
US economy added 163K jobs in July
Investors seemed pleased with the jobs report, though unemployment rose slightly last month.
3 charged in connection with alleged Maine meth lab
Devin Delisle charged with trafficking the drugs from his Fort Fairfield residence.
Report: Seal deaths linked to new avian flu strain
A new report identifies the cause of death as an influenza A virus “H3N8,” which can jump from birds to marine mammals.
Police: NH burglary leads to extortion attempt by Maine man
A laptop and underwear were taken from a woman’s apartment and explicit photos were later demanded from her.
Gay rights activists plan Chick-fil-A ‘Kiss In’
Participants are encouraged to come to the fast-food chains Friday and kiss a fellow demonstrator of the same sex.
Michelle Obama to attend western Mass. fundraisers
The first lady begins her tour Friday with a $1,000-a-seat luncheon at the Basketball Hall of Fame in Springfield.
US prosecutors seek delay in NH hepatitis case
David Kwiatkowski is accused of stealing drugs from Exeter Hospital and contaminating syringes that were used on patients.
Central Maine Power Company testing electric cars
Employees from CMP field locations and corporate offices are using the vehicles daily and providing feedback.
6 Maine troopers to be sworn in on Friday
The swearing-in ceremony is being held at the Maine Criminal Justice Academy in Vassalboro.