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Alice Wade, Lucas Veitch compete for Dover Ward 2 state rep Democratic nomination
DOVER — Alice Wade and Lucas Veitch are duking it out in Dover's Ward 2 to earn the Democratic nomination for state representative for Strafford County District 15. Whoever wins will face Republican Keith Mistretta, who is running unopposed, in November. They are all running to replace Bill Conlin, D-Dover, who is not running for re-election, to represent Dover Ward 2. ...
Gather grows gardens; Portsmouth seeks school supplies donations: Community news
Gather has built raised beds to grow fresh produce PORTSMOUTH — A banner growing season is making a difference in addressing hunger on the Seacoast, according to Gather, the anti-hunger nonprofit organization that spearheaded the construction of numerous raised garden beds around the Seacoast to provide fresh produce for residents dealing with food...
Alan Kehoe Named Men’s Soccer Assistant Coach
DURHAM, N.H. – The University of New Hampshire men's soccer program has named Alan Kehoe an assistant coach. "We are excited to welcome Alan back to his alma mater," said UNH head coach Rich Weinrebe. "It is always good to have an alum back into the program especially someone that was such a big part of our growth in the last 10 years. On and off the field he is going to push our student-athletes with his drive and passion for UNH. He is a great person, who has high character, and we couldn't be happier to have him back in Durham."
St. Johnsbury police officer facing felony assault charge stemming from May arrest
Sgt. George Johnson will appear in court next month to face a charge of aggravated assault following an investigation into excessive use of force allegations, according to Vermont State Police. Read the story on VTDigger here: St. Johnsbury police officer facing felony assault charge stemming from May arrest.
FEMA tours Vt. flood damage but some worry help won’t come through
BARRE, Vt. (WCAX) - Disaster recovery teams from FEMA canvassed St. Johnsbury and Barre on Wednesday, asking people to fill out a survey about damage to their properties after flooding on July 9-11, a declaration the federal government approved on Tuesday. Despite the survey, some who need assistance after two floods worry FEMA won’t come through.
30 School Districts That Have Banned Cellphones: Full List Here
There is a growing trend throughout the United States of schools banning cellphone usage. This is traveling throughout Maine, because over 30 school districts have now voted to ban or restrict the use of cellphones in schools, according to WGME. The most recent city to adopt these measures is Bath,...
2 Convicted Felons In Maine Courts For Illegally Possessing Guns
A Maine man and another from California were in Maine courtrooms this week on firearms charges. A California Man Convicted a Couple to Make Straw Purchases of Firearms. Lonnel Diggs, who's also known as 'Cash or 'Cashiioso Runzitup,' 40, of Van Nuys, California pleaded guilty in a Portland courtroom on Monday to possession of a firearm by a convicted felon.
ROAD TRIP IDEA: ‘Maine’s Ultimate Fall Yard Sale’ In September
This bargain hunter's dream is worth hoping in the car and heading to Cumberland Center. Summer and fall are all about yard sales in the state of Maine, because as they say, one man’s trash, is another man’s treasure. So if the idea of taking a nice road trip, and browsing at hundreds of yard sales all in one location gets you excited, there is a perfect event next month to feed your obsession.
Gifford's Ice Cream stand in Farmington closes after 42 years
FARMINGTON (WGME) -- The Gifford's Ice Cream stand in Farmington is permanently closing after 42 years due to flooding and ongoing issues related to the fire at their Skowhegan plant. Gifford's opened the Farmington stand in 1982. They say the little stand on Main Street quickly became the backdrop to...
Jurassic Quest promises a roaring good time in Portland this weekend
A prehistoric show is roaring into Maine this weekend!. Jurassic Quest and its cast of big dinos will be at the Cross Insurance Arena in Portland starting Friday, giving you the chance to get up close with the giant dinosaurs that once ruled the earth!. In this segment, Jurassic Quest's...
Lyndon weighs removing historic bridge to lessen floodwaters
The Caledonia County town of around 5,500 has a long history of flooding, sitting in a valley at the confluence of numerous waterways including the Passumpsic River, which winds through town. Read the story on VTDigger here: Lyndon weighs removing historic bridge to lessen floodwaters.
Central Maine Man Shoots Person Attempting to Break Down His Door
It's something that we all have to think about way more than we used to 'back in the day'. Even though we statistically live in one of the safest states in the country, the threat of home invasions, especially with the rapid influx in the drug epidemic, looms larger than ever.
Maine Ranks #1 in Highest Property Tax Burden, and It’s About to Get Worse
If you own property in Maine, you likely know that comes with a bit of a tax headache. Mainers are hit with higher property taxes compared to the rest of the country. It’s been like this for ages, and as tax season rolls around, the usual grumbles start again.
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