The man’s kayak overturned on the Saco River and he sought refuge on an island, officials said.
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Maine power companies are spending millions to defeat a vote to dethrone them
This fall, Mainers could cut ties with their utilities. The companies are buying influence to try to stay in power.
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Men charged with vandalizing homes of New Hampshire journalists
The targets were a New Hampshire Public Radio reporter and editor. In one incident, a brick was thrown through the reporter’s window and the phrase ‘JUST THE BEGINNING!’ was spray-painted on the front of her home.
Posted inNation & World, New England
Protesters drop pants for climate change at Massachusetts state house
The group was arrested and charged with disorderly conduct and indecent exposure.
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Vermont man charged with killing his mother at sea dies awaiting trial
Nathan Carman was found dead in his New Hampshire jail cell Thursday.
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Massachusetts Guardsman indicted on charges of disclosing classified national defense information
Jack Teixeira faces 6 counts in the indictment of leaking highly classified military documents.
Posted inBusiness, New England
Northeast vineyards, orchards seek federal aid in wake of devastating late frost
Higher prices are expected for apples this year and certain wines may be in shorter supply next year.
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Roger Payne, scientist who discovered whales can sing, dies at 88
Payne made the discovery in 1967 during a research trip to Bermuda in which a Navy engineer provided him with a recording of curious underwater sounds documented while listening for Russian submarines.
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Harvard morgue manager, 4 others charged with selling human remains
The body parts were taken without the school’s knowledge or permission, authorities said, adding that the school has cooperated with the investigation.
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Playground slides doused with pool acid, injuring 2 children in Massachusetts
No one has been charged, but authorities say the suspect or suspects may have also suffered burns.