President Barack Obama has proposed steps to help veterans find work as firefighters, cops and park rangers.
2012
Hackers intercept FBI, Scotland Yard call
The hacking group known as Anonymous eavesdropped on a call between the FBI and Scotland Yard as they discussed how to bring down Anonymous.
Winslow police log Feb. 3
The Winslow Police Department reported the following activity Feb. 3:
Belichick brushes aside thoughts of retirement
Coaching “beats working,” says Bill Belichick, who turns 60 on April 16. The long-time Patriots coach will seek his fourth Super Bowl victory in 11 years on Sunday.
Law-enforcement websites under attack by hackers
Saboteurs hacked into the websites of several law enforcement agencies worldwide today, including in Boston and in Salt Lake City.
Oakland police log Feb. 3
The Oakland Police Department reported the following activity Feb. 3:
Komen drops plan to cut Planned Parenthood grants
“We apologize to the American public for recent decisions that cast doubt upon our commitment to our mission of saving women’s lives,” a Komen statement said.
Richmond truck driver trapped after downing lines
A dump truck driver was trapped inside his truck briefly Friday after knocking down electrical wires at a job site off Main Street.
Map pinpoints Lyme disease risk areas
Researchers dragged sheets of fabric through the woods to pinpoint the highest-risk areas across the country.
LePage unveils anti-domestic violence ad
AUGUSTA — Gov. Paul LePage helped unveil a new advertising campaign today to reduce domestic violence. A newly produced video ad to be broadcast as a public service announcement features photos of murdered women and children and LePage standing with a group of men who denounce the violence. “The effects of the violence is devastating […]