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A Deadly Weekend on the Roads
Two rising high school seniors were killed in separate crashes in Londonderry and Wolfeboro. On Friday, state police say 17-year-old Lillianna Cawthron was driving south on Interstate 93 when her car veered off the highway on the right-hand side and struck several trees. Authorities say she was taken to the hospital, where she died from her injuries. I-93 was completely closed for an hour.
Staffing issues cause Northern Light Mayo Hospital to pull their ambulance from Corinth F.D.
CORINTH/DOVER-FOXCROFT -- After months of negotiations, Northern Light Mayo Hospital will cease its 15-year-long partnership with a local fire department. Corinth Fire Department Captain and Advanced EMT James Seymour says that jeopardizes guaranteed coverage of the area. In 2009, the Mayo Regional Hospital and the town of Corinth entered an...
First criminal trial in New Hampshire youth detention center abuse scandal starts
CONCORD, N.H. — The first criminal trial arising from a five-year investigation into allegations of abuse at New Hampshire’s youth detention center starts Monday, though the case involves a different state-run facility. Victor Malavet, 62, of Gilford, is one of nine former state workers charged in connection with...
Laconia Police Officer Released After Being Hit by Car
A Laconia police officer is now out of the hospital after being struck by a car in the line of duty. John Skehan was working Thursday night and responded to the scene of a reported neighbor dispute at Sun Valley Cottages. That’s when he was intentionally hit by a car...
York man charged with terrorizing after allegedly firing gun at neighbor and boats
YORK, Maine — A local man is facing charges of terrorizing and reckless conduct after he allegedly fired a gun at a neighbor and two boats at York Beach on Friday night. York police responded to the area of Long Beach Avenue and Webber Road at 9:56 p.m. upon receiving a report of someone being shot at, according to Detective Sgt. Thomas Cryan. ...
Win Tickets to Walker Hayes with Kylie Morgan & Tenille Arts
Win Tickets to Walker Hayes with Kylie Morgan & Tenille Arts in Bangor. Win tickets to Walker Hayes with Special Guests Kylie Morgan, Tenille Arts & 12/OC at the Maine Savings Amphitheater in Bangor on Friday, August 30. Winners will get Email. We will email the winners. Make sure you...
Dimes Worth $2 Million Could Be Hidden in Maine or New Hampshire
The current state of the economy has put many of us in a dire predicament. While our salaries have, for the most part, stayed the same, the cost of everything keeps increasing. The price of housing, food, gas, and other utilities has continued to rise. This has led to many people needing to make some tough choices about how they spend their money.
Paws for a cause: people gather with pets in Deering Oaks Park for fundraiser
PORTLAND (WGME) - It was a pet party Sunday at Deering Oaks Park in Portland. Thousands of folks gathered with their four-legged friends to raise money for the “Animal Cancer Foundation.”. There were more than 65 vendors, nonprofits, live music and food trucks. One of the organizers, Phil Zachary,...
UNH Researchers Part of First Scientific Expedition to Reach Remote Arctic in North Greenland
DURHAM, N.H. — Scientists from the University of New Hampshire have made history as part of a team aboard the Swedish icebreaker ODEN that is the first vessel to navigate the remote and icy Victoria Fjord in North Greenland and collect data in this uncharted area. The information they are gathering will provide insight into the rapid melting of the Greenland Ice Sheet and enhance scientists’ understanding of the effects of climate change on global sea-level rise.
Maine reports spike in sick and dying pigs
DURHAM, Maine — Maine agricultural officials are monitoring an increase in pig illnesses and deaths in western parts of the state, and concern is rising among local farmers whose livestock may be at risk. The Division of Animal and Plant Health Program at the Maine Department of Agriculture, Conservation,...
Safety Tips To Remember As Maine Kids Start The New School Year
Thousands of Maine kids will head back to school in the coming weeks. After a summer of playing without a care, the Red Cross wants to remind students and their families of some important safety tips, as we all prepare for the new academic year. Jennifer Costa, media contact for...
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