Steel Crawford, 17, let go of a rope swing over the river at Pleasant Point Park in Buxton, landed awkwardly and never resurfaced, officials say.
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Posted inMaine, Maine Crime, Morning Sentinel
Police: 1 man, 2 juveniles charged in string of Oakland burglaries
After Oakland businesses and schools were targeted, authorities received tips that lead them to charge a 37-year-old man.
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Posted inKennebec Journal, Maine
Committee makes final changes to Hallowell’s TIF policy
The draft policy, which emphasizes the city’s interest in developments centered on arts and culture, will likely go to the Hallowell City Council soon for approval.
Posted inMaine, News
Tractor-trailer rollover cleared from Maine Turnpike spur in Falmouth
Speed and distracted driving cited as likely factors in the crash that blocked the Exit 11 ramp off I-295 southbound for 4 hours and disrupted traffic traffic Friday afternoon, the Maine State Police say.
Posted inHealth, Maine
Portland center gets $1.4 million to help Mainers living with HIV/AIDS
The renewal of a federal grant ensures money for the Frannie Peabody Center for another 3 years.
Posted inKennebec Journal, Maine
Facing budget deficit, Hubbard Free Library to cut its hours
The library, which has been historically strapped for cash, will save $4,000 of a projected $18,000 deficit by reducing the hours it is open.
Posted inKennebec Journal, Maine
Johnson Hall, Gardiner secure grant to improve Mechanic Street, theater access
The Northern Border Regional Commission awarded $387,000 for accessibility improvements to the historic theater and to the city of Gardiner for improvements to Mechanic Street.
Posted inNation & World
Scandal-ridden NRA head LaPierre digs in against gun control
For decades, Wayne LaPierre has weathered a series of political storms at the helm of the National Rifle Association.
Posted inMaine, Morning Sentinel
Central Maine water district team breaks record and wins annual competition, again
The Kennebec Water District took first place with a record time of 2 minutes and 8 seconds, which is 44 seconds faster than their win last year.
Posted inSports
Stevens, Hurley victorious again in Casco Bay Islands SwimRun
John Stevens of Portland and Matthew Hurley of Colorado win the long-course race for the fourth year in a row.