Police say Abdikareem Hassan, 32, fired 5 shots into the police parking garage the night of July 5. He’s been held in jail since then on other charges from that night.
2020
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Madelyn Johnson makes Johnson & Wales University dean’s list
PROVIDENCE, R.I. — Johnson & Wales University student Madelyn Johnson of Pittston, a Tourism & Hospitality major in the College of Hospitality Management, has been named to the 2020 spring term dean’s list. Johnson, a first-year student, is the daughter of Tracy and K.C. Johnson, and a 2019 graduate of Gardiner Area High School. Full-time, […]
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University of Maine at Presque Isle announces 2020 spring dean’s list
A total of 504 students at the University of Maine at Presque Isle have been named to the 2020 spring semester dean’s list, according to Dr. Ray Rice, UMPI President and Provost. The university has a new category which is for part-time academic recognition. The following local students have been recognized: Highest honors list: Deborah […]
Posted inArts & Entertainment, Maine
Mills declares Ashley Bryan Day in Maine to honor artist as he turns 97
Bryan has written or illustrated more than 50 books, including ‘Beautiful Blackbird’ and ‘Freedom Over Me,’ about the African American experience.
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New COVID-19 cases remain low in Maine; leaders call for vigilance
Maine has the lowest virus reproduction rate in the nation, but the state’s top health official urges the public to follow safe practices.
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River Arts unveils new gallery with debut show July 15
River Arts will launch the debut show of its new gallery on Wednesday, July 15, at 36 Elm St. in Damariscotta. This premier “Members’ Show” presents original works by 157 artists who have contributed artwork from towns all over the state of Maine, according to a news release from the new gallery. A record-breaking number […]
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Judge blocks restart of federal executions; administration will appeal
The U.S. district judge’s order came hours before the first lethal injection was scheduled to be carried out at a federal prison in Indiana.
Posted inBoys Lacrosse, Sports, Varsity Maine
Remember When: A fierce rivalry gripped the Gardiner and Maranacook/Winthrop boys lacrosse programs
Whenever the Tigers and Hawks played in the 2010s, tensions mounted and the play often became physical.
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The Latest: As U.S. debates school reopening, WHO warns of no return to normal
The latest on the coronavirus pandemic from around the U.S. and the world. MIAMI — The resurgence of the coronavirus in the United States ignited fierce debate Monday about whether to reopen schools, as global health officials warned that the pandemic will intensify unless more countries adopt comprehensive plans to combat it. “If the basics […]
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Washington NFL team dropping racist name after 87 years
The team said owner Dan Snyder and coach Ron Rivera are working closely to develop a new name and design.