An Old Orchard Beach reserve officer was arrested by ICE last week. The town chief said the feds confirmed he was allowed to work in the U.S. The U.S. Department of Homeland Security called the police department ‘reckless.’
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Posted inMaine, News, Outdoors
Tensions in Wilton highlight challenges facing Maine ATVers
As ridership has grown, so have debates around trail maintenance, access and rider behavior.
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Posted inMaine, News
South Paris man dies after being hit during private fireworks display
Joseph Hennessey was “struck and killed by a projectile discharged by a mini cannon at the time of the fireworks display,” the State Police said.
Posted inBusiness, Maine, Maine Crime, Morning Sentinel, News
Police raid Madison cannabis shop that judge had ordered closed
The execution of the search warrant came after a judge ordered Simple Twist Cannabis Co. to close and pay thousands in civil penalties for its lack of licenses.
Posted inBusiness, Kennebec Journal, Maine, News
Owner of The Red Barn passes Augusta restaurant on to nephews
The Red Barn will stay in the Benedict family, while offering all of the same fried, tasty seafood.
Posted inBusiness, Kennebec Journal, Maine, News
Augusta Downtown Alliance director leaving after just over one year
The organization said Jeremy Ashlock is leaving on good terms, and that it is seeking a new leader.
Posted inFact Brief, Maine, News
Does Maine law require highway drivers to keep right except to pass? | Fact brief
It’s common for cars to ‘camp’ in the left lane and, on the Maine Turnpike, the center lane.
Posted inHearts of Pine, News, Sports
Portland Hearts of Pine sign Norwegian striker
Noah Kvifte scored eight goals for Florida Atlantic University in 2024.
Posted inBusiness, Maine, News
Oxford County hydropower project would be a first for Maine
A Cianbro-backed company wants to build a pumped storage hydropower facility in Canton and Dixfield.
Posted inMaine, News
Maine postcards offer glimpse into history behind some of Vacationland’s most iconic spots
Postcards revolutionized casual conversation in the late 1800s. Decades later, as antique store bargain finds, they can give us a unique window into days gone by in Maine.