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UPDATE: Man and woman died after 2nd chase in 3 days with police
BANGOR, Maine (WABI) -We have new information about a deadly crash on the Finson Road in Bangor Monday morning that killed two people. Police have confirmed this was the second chase the pair was in with police in the last three days. Bangor Police say 39-year-old Sheena Soctomah-Rolfe of Orono...
Wrong-way driver on I-93 in Northfield charged
NORTHFIELD — Police charged a Brentwood woman with multiple violations after she allegedly drove the wrong way on Interstate 93 and failed to stop when state troopers ordered her to do so. Emily R. Lecuyer, 20, of Brentwood, was apparently driving southbound in the northbound lanes of Interstate 93...
With Walgreens as long-term tenant, Portland building is sold to NY investor for $6.25M
A retail property leased to Walgreens in Portland that was on the market for a little over a year recently found a buyer who considered it a good investment. Cam Kenmar 3 LLC bought 616 Forest Ave. from Riverwood Commercial Properties Inc. for $6.25 million. Chris Pascucci and Brian Dano...
Rochester motorcyclist, 52, killed in crash
ROCHESTER — Kenneth Meyers, 52, of Rochester, died in a motorcycle crash Saturday morning, according to police. Around 9:30 a.m., Rochester police, fire and Frisbie EMS crews responded to the intersection of Old Dover Road and Tebbetts Road for the report of an accident involving a motorcycle and an SUV.
Man Accused in Maine Child Death Held on $250K Bail
A man who's accused of causing the death of a child who stopped breathing at a Maine Walmart is being held on $250,000 bail. Aziayh Scott, 23, of Owls Head was arrested in New Orleans, Louisiana in June and charged with manslaughter for the death of Quayshawn Wilson, 22-months old, of Owls Head. Police say Scott is originally from Louisiana, but had recently moved to Maine and was living with his girlfriend and their child. Scott and the child's mother moved back to Louisiana after Quayshawn died.
How can Kamala Harris (or any Democrat) replace Joe Biden on NH 2024 election ballot?
CONCORD — President Joe Biden is out of the 2024 presidential race. Is it too late for a new candidate to get on the general election ballot in New Hampshire? The short answer is no, according to Anna Sventek, communications director at the New Hampshire secretary of state's office. The Democratic National Convention is set to run from August...
Native tribes in Maine and New Hampshire celebrate heritage with 20th annual Pow Wow
WELLS, Maine — Native tribes from Maine and New Hampshire gather in Wells on Sunday for a celebration of their heritage. It was the New Hampshire Intertribal Native American Council's 20th annual Pow Wow. Traditionally, Pow Wows were held by Native tribes after the winter season ended, to feast and celebrate surviving the cold weather.
Sail Portsmouth tall ships festival 2024: What to know before you go
The Coast Guard Cutter Eagle is the star of this year’s festival, which will also feature the two-masted schooner Ernestina-Morrissey and the three-masted schooner Denis Sullivan. The all-volunteer nonprofit Sail Portsmouth presents the annual tall ships festival. “The festival’s planning process has gone really well. Because of the dedication...
Manchester Mayor Ruais Hosting Town Hall with Ward 10
Manchester Mayor Jay Ruais is hosting a town hall this week with folks who live in the city’s 10th Ward. It’ll take place on Tuesday from 6 until 7 p.m. at Parker-Varney Elementary School on James A. Pollock Drive. People will have the chance to speak with the...
Grant program in Maine offers caregivers something hard to come by: a break
AUGUSTA, Maine — Kristy Basso sets a timer for 25 minutes any time she does a chore outside her West Paris home. As the primary caregiver for her 77-year-old mother, who has dementia, Basso is worried about leaving her mom alone for too long. Earlier this year, when two...
Rochester shooting suspect Jason Levesque denied bail: Here's what judge said
ROCHESTER ― Jason Levesque, charged with attempted murder for a shooting on Summer Street, has been denied bail by Judge Anne Edwards. The judge issued her ruling Monday, following a dramatic bail hearing last week during which shooting victim Kyle Violette, 37, spoke in court from a wheelchair, calling Levesque, 44, a "liar." ...
Leading with Heart: York Hospital nears fundraising goal for new cardiac lab
YORK, Maine — York Hospital has raised $4.9 million toward its $6.4 million goal for the Petrovich Peterson Cardiac Catheterization Laboratory. "The 'Leading with Heart' campaign is crucial for ensuring our community has access to the best cardiac care possible," said York Hospital President Dr. Patrick Taylor. "We are calling on our community, partners, and supporters to join us in this transformative journey to better serve our patients – and save lives."
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