The homeowner held the suspect at gunpoint while waiting for officers to arrive, authorities say.
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House a total loss in Buxton fire
Buxton Fire and Rescue reported they responded to the blaze on Long Plains Road just after midnight.
The Maine Millennial: Even in a pandemic, still bringing home strays
A drafty old farmhouse becomes a port in a storm for dislocated college students.
The Maine Millennial: Bridging the social distancing gaps
Neighbors can still rely on neighbors when other supports fall through.
Commentary: ‘Our health care system is about to become completely overwhelmed’
An emergency physician with roots in Maine describes ‘a turning point’ on the COVID-19 unit of the out-of-state ER where she works.
Buxton man accused of trying to set fire to his house with family inside
Danny Bridges, 49, was arrested and charged with arson, police say.
Buxton man threatened mother with sword and BB gun, police say
Andrew Forbis, 44, was taken into custody after an eight-hour standoff in Buxton on Monday.
The Maine Millennial: Student debt is a broken promise to American students
The government encouraged borrowing by teenagers that no private-sector lender would have approved.
Meth lab found in Buxton church displaces congregation
Decontamination of the building is expected to begin this week and subsequent testing could cost $5,000 to $6,000.
Donated toys were tainted by meth lab in church playroom, Buxton pastor says
The area also will be tested for chemical contamination after the discovery of items consistent with the manufacture of methamphetamine.