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Downtown Bangor Business warns others of theft threat
BANGOR, Maine (WABI) - The owners of a Downtown Bangor business is warning others about possible thefts in the area after they say someone broke in their shop. Tuesday morning, when an employee of the Bangor Wine and Cheese Company opened the shop, they say something seemed off. Between closing...
Old Town Man With Multiple Warrants Arrested at Clifton Home
A speeding vehicle in Clifton led to a confrontation between a Penobscot Sheriff's Deputy and a suspect with multiple outstanding warrants. Charles Michaud, 55, of Old Town was arrested on Monday morning at a residence on Scotts Point Road in Clifton. How Did Police Catch Up to Him?. The Penobscot...
Woman shot near Portland Street wellness shelter, according to police
BANGOR, Maine (WABI) - A Maine man is facing multiple charges in connection with a Portland shooting that left a woman injured near a wellness shelter, according to information provided by police. Randy Aron, 47, of Portland, was arrested Monday morning on charges of aggravated attempted murder, elevated aggravated assault...
Former Maine teacher pleads guilty to assault of student
A former Maine music teacher at Hancock Grammar School pleaded guilty on Monday to assault and disorderly conduct as part of a plea deal that included the dropping of an unlawful sexual touching charge. According to the Ellsworth American, 37-year-old Seth Briggs of Glenburn rubbed a 14-year-old student’s leg over...
Rockland man faces charges in connection with multi-jurisdiction theft ring
A Rockland man arrested during a raid at a homeless encampment in Bangor last week is now facing a slew of charges involving drugs and a multi-jurisdiction theft ring. Bangor police arrested 49-year-old David Carver along with his wife on Thursday after a raid on Bangor’s "Tent City." Police...
Brewer public safety academy inspiring next generation
BREWER -- Members of the Brewer Fire and Police Department are getting students in their community fired up about public safety. The Young Citizens Public Safety Academy kicked off on Monday, and aims to inspire the next generation of firefighters, paramedics and police officers. "It's a program for students here...
Bangor police arrest multiple suspects, seize narcotics at campsite
BANGOR — A significant drug bust at a Cleveland Avenue campsite led to multiple arrests and the seizure of a large quantity of narcotics, the Bangor Police Department announced Friday. The investigation into the sale of narcotics and illegal firearms trade at the campsite was conducted by the Bangor...
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