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CRIME & SAFETY
Scammers Targeting Section 8 Applicants
The Sanford Housing Authority wants to make the public aware of a scam targeting housing assistance applicants that has been circulating on social media channels including Facebook, Instagram and Tik Tok. The scam purports to expedite applications or reduce waiting list times for those seeking Housing Choice Vouchers (HCV), formerly known as Section 8. The scam ads direct applicants to govassistance(dot)org, which is not a legitimate website. The purpose of the scam is to obtain the personal information of prospective applicants to facilitate fraudulent activity.
South Berwick police seek help identifying individual in investigation
SOUTH BERWICK — The South Berwick Police Department is asking for the public’s assistance in identifying an individual related to an ongoing investigation. Authorities have not released details about the nature of the case but urge anyone with information to come forward. Detective Sgt. Tim Niehoff is handling...
Vandals damage National Historic Landmark in Maine
SOUTH BERWICK, Maine — Police are looking for information about whoever caused damage at the historic Hamilton House property in South Berwick. Police said Wednesday the vandalism happened sometime after 2 p.m. on Monday. Pictures from police showed damage to multiple statues on the grounds. Anyone with information is...
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