A woman runs to a neighbor’s house and calls police, warning them that the suspect threatened to shoot her and police.
May 2017
Posted inMaine, Maine Crime, News
Boothbay man shot in leg during quarrel with neighbor, police say
The wound is not life-threatening, and the neighbor, Thomas Proctor Jr., 66, is charged with reckless conduct with a firearm.
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Posted inMaine, News, Politics
Mental health advocates ask lawmakers to reverse changes in state services
The advocates say it’s harder to get MaineCare treatment and support services for mental illness because of revisions the Department of Health and Human Services made in 2016.
Posted inMaine, Maine Crime, News
Scam seminar seeks to arm residents with tools to keep from getting tricked
Andrew Grover, of Bangor Savings Bank, said scam artists are constantly at work trying to gain access to people’s information.
Posted inFood & Dining, Maine
When Lost Kitchen in Freedom started taking reservations, 10,000 diners called
It’s not just the food, but the story behind the restaurant and its sense of adventure that appeal to people.
Posted inBusiness, Maine, News
Six Maine companies win prized slots in trade show’s exporter showcase
The diverse set of businesses will be featured on Trade Day in Bangor to raise their international profile.
Posted inMaine, News, Politics
Kennebec County commissioners to consider ‘welcoming county’ resolution
The move comes after a county resident requested an ordinance guiding county law enforcement interactions with federal immigration authorities, but counties have little authority to enact ordinances.
Posted inMaine, Maine Crime, News
Belgrade man who admits sexually abusing children to serve more than 6 years in jail
Jacob Hastings, 28, was sentenced Tuesday at the Capital Judicial Center, where family members of the victims gathered to watch the proceeding.
Posted inMaine, News, Politics
Four candidates vying for open Skowhegan Board of Selectmen seat
The candidates are seeking the post of Donald Skillings, the board chairman, who is not seeking reelection.
Posted inMaine, News, Schools and Education
Gardiner senior finishes in top 24 in national poetry contest
Gabrielle Cooper won the state Poetry Out Loud competition and went to last week’s nationals in Washington, D.C., where she advanced to the third semifinal round.