September 2018 – Page 72 – Centralmaine.com

Maine man accused of setting his house on fire is found not guilty by reason of insanity

by Associated Press September 20, 2018September 20, 2018

The 65-year-old Corinth man was also charged with attempted murder because his companion had to jump out a window to escape the fire.

Maine

Grandfather killed, child injured in crash while crossing road on lawnmower in Unity

by Amy Calder September 20, 2018September 20, 2018

Clement Blakney, 66, was crossing the road on his lawnmower with his granddaughter in his lap when the mower was struck by a passing vehicle, according to Waldo County Sheriff Jeff Trafton.

Nation & World, New England, News

Video: Teacher accused of putting girl in N.H. game machine, stealing prizes

by Associated Press September 20, 2018September 20, 2018

Anthony Helinski, a teacher, has been put on leave after being charged with theft and child endangerment.

Maine, Maine Crime

Former Bethel police officer found guilty of rape

by MATTHEW DAIGLE Sun Journal September 20, 2018September 20, 2018

Shayne White faces up to 30 years in prison.

Uncategorized

Really Maine? Why are Sour Patch Kids the top candy given to trick-or-treaters?

by Christopher Williams September 20, 2018January 31, 2019

Love ’em or hate ’em, we Mainers buy a lot of ’em.

Nation & World, News

Merkel and Macron don’t sound optimistic about Brexit

by Bloomberg September 20, 2018September 20, 2018

Britain Prime Minister Teresa May asked European leaders for concessions to complete Brexit but did not seem to sway anyone.

Nation & World, News, Politics

Kavanaugh accuser looks to negotiate conditions to testify later next week

by ALAN FRAM and LISA MASCARO The Associated Press September 20, 2018September 20, 2018

A lawyer for Christine Blasey Ford, who has fled with her family after receiving death threats, tells senators that she wants terms ‘that are fair and which ensure her safety.’