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Maine CD2 candidates agree to three debates
Both candidates vying to represent Maine’s 2nd Congressional District have agreed to debate before the November election, but not without a dose of political bickering. Shortly before 11:30 a.m., Democratic incumbent Jared Golden sent a news release that said he agreed to three debates in early October hosted by local television stations covering the primary […]
Portland city councilors approve short-term rental cap, affordable housing projects
PORTLAND, Maine — Changes to short-term rental units are part of a series of decisions made by the Portland City Council during Monday night's meeting. Councilors unanimously approved a new cap on the number of Airbnb-style rentals in the city. "Preserving Portland's long-term housing stock was really a key...
State police investigating Pittston shooting incident Monday night
PITTSTON, Maine — State police are investigating a shooting incident that happened Monday night in Pittston. The Maine State Police Central Field Troop responded to a call about a reported shooting around 8:45 p.m., a news release from the Maine Department of Public Safety said. A homeowner on Palmer...
Scott Tombleson takes the helm at Kennebunk High School: 'Honored to serve here'
KENNEBUNK, Maine — When freshmen report to Kennebunk High School for their first day of class after Labor Day, they won’t be the only ones to be a new face at the place. Their principal will be a newcomer, just like them. RSU 21 announced Tuesday that Scott Tombleson is the new principal of...
Westbrook police seek help identifying theft suspect
WESTBROOK — The Westbrook Police Department has called on the community to assist in identifying an individual linked to a recent theft investigation. Authorities are urging anyone with information to come forward and help with the ongoing case. Those with tips can contact Officer Beerworth directly via email at...
BEWARE: New Police Phone Scam Circulating Maine Homes
Calling all Maine residents: a new scam is going around, and it involves the law. These hackers are trying everything they can to get your money. Here's the most recent dilemma. The Somerset County Sheriff's Office is trying to spread the word to Maine residents about this new phone scam...
New Music Program for Littles!!!
Introducing Music with Jackson! Jackson lives right here in Whitefield. He is an Applied Percussion Instructor at UMA, teaches music and instrument lessons to kids locally, AND rocks out on tour with his band. We are very lucky to have him come share his love of music with kiddos TWICE a MONTH!! This free to you program is appropriate for kiddos 0-6 with their guardians, the FIRST and THIRD Wednesday of the month at 10am.
Lewiston Final Report: Army, police missed chances to prevent mass shooting in Maine
Army Reserve and law enforcement officials failed to take several opportunities that could have prevented the Lewiston, Maine, mass shootings last year, an independent commission tasked with investigating the tragedy said in its final report Tuesday. The commission, which is comprised of several attorneys, prosecutors and a forensic psychologist and a psychiatrist, released...
Law Enforcement Warning Parents in Maine, New Hampshire, & Massachusetts About Back-to-School Photos
With the kids going back to school this week, there is a good chance that your social media feed is filled with pictures of kids and teens on their first day of school. One of the great things about these photos is that because most parents take these pics every year, they can reveal just how much our kids have changed over the years.
1 injured in overnight shooting in Keene
KEENE, N.H. — One person was taken to a hospital after a shooting overnight in Keene. Keene police said they don't believe the shooting was random, but they're not sure why it happened. According to police, the shooting happened around midnight in the area of 122 Main St. The...
Alexis Abramson Tapped to Lead a New School at Columbia
Alexis Abramson, who has served as dean of Thayer School of Engineering since 2019, will leave after the fall term to begin a new role as the first dean of the Columbia Climate School at Columbia University. Professor of Engineering Doug Van Citters ’99, Thayer ’03, ’06, Thayer’s associate dean...
Six Men’s Basketball Players Placed on America East Academic Honor Roll
BOSTON – The University of New Hampshire men's basketball team placed six student-athletes on the America East Academic Honor Roll for Spring 2024. Three players earned Commissioner's Honor Roll recognition and three made the Honor Roll. Commissioner's Honor Roll recognizes student-athletes who recorded a Spring 2024 semester grade point...
Women’s Soccer Announces Their 2024 Schedule
HENNIKER, N.H.- The New England College women’s soccer team released their 2024 season schedule. This marks the team’s second season in the Great Northeast Athletic Conference (GNAC). Towards the end of the season the team began to take strides in the right direction gathering three consecutive wins against fellow GNAC counterparts in Anna Maria College, Albertus Magnus College, and Mitchell College. Some ‘Grims to keep an eye on this season would be defender Darian Taylor (Hudson, N.H.) being one of the leaders on this team going into the upcoming season. Last season, Taylor was second on the team for points…
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