News from July 9, 2012

July 9, 2012

Maine man drowns after jump into swimming spot

Anthony LeBretton of Pleasant Point had been swimming with family and friends in the Pennamaquan River.

July 9, 2012

Hope Solo gets warning from USADA after positive drug test

Just weeks before the 2012 Summer Olympics, U.S. women's goalkeeper Hope Solo has tested positive for a banned substance.

July 9, 2012

Episcopals approve blessing for gay couples

The House of Bishops voted 111-41, with three abstentions, to authorize a provisional rite for same-sex unions.

July 9, 2012

NH man has close encounter with great white shark

Walter Szulc laughed it off when his teenage daughter told him he should watch out for sharks at the beach over the weekend. He wasn't laughing a few minutes later.

July 9, 2012

Portland design and branding firm wins award

Might & Main gets one of five Entreverge Awards from an organization that promotes the work of young business owners

July 9, 2012

Maine Turnpike backed up from Falmouth to Gray

The Turnpike has been reduced to one lane in Gray after a truck overturned this afternoon.

July 9, 2012

Isuzu recalls SUVs in Maine, 20 other states

Isuzu said the rear-suspension link brackets can rust and become detached from the frame, possibly causing a crash.

July 9, 2012

Fisherman rescues man and dog from Piscataqua River

A man and his dog are safe after a fisherman and his daughter rescued them from the river between Maine and New Hampshire.

July 9, 2012

US military buries airmen killed in 1965

Ever since Sherrie Hassenger's husband went missing with five other U.S. airmen over Laos in 1965, her wish was would come home...

July 9, 2012

FDA unveils safety measures for opioid painkillers

The safety plan is designed to reduce misuse and abuse of long-acting pain relievers, including forms of morphine, methadone and oxycodone.

July 10, 2012

Mother charged in bank robbery appears in court Several photos included in this story

Jamilee Kus of Waterville is accused of stealing nearly $2,000 from a TD Bank branch near the Maine Mall last week.

July 9, 2012

New law gives US companies a break on pensions

When it comes to battling over pensions, the fragile economy of 2012 gives the business community a lot of leverage.

July 9, 2012

Inmate escapes from Somerset jail

A 20-year-old inmate with 10 days left on his sentence bolted from a work crew, the jail administrator says.

July 9, 2012

Former MaineToday Media editor named CEO of NH paper

Richard Connor, former editor of The Portland Press Herald, to lead Foster's Daily Democrat in Dover.

July 9, 2012

Portland residents take out papers for council, school seats

Nomination papers must be filed with the city between Aug. 13 and 27.

July 9, 2012

Egypt's top court says ruling on parliament final

The announcement comes a day after President Mohammed Morsi recalled the legislators, defying the powerful military's decision to dismiss them.

July 9, 2012

Portland native with Coast Guard rescues woman in Fla.

Lt. Commander Gabriel Somma is credited with swimming out to a woman struggling against the current and bringing her back to safety.

July 9, 2012

AG: Maine trooper legally justified in fatal shooting

The report says Trooper Jon Brown fired at 46-year-old Michael Curtis without realizing Curtis was communicating with the sheriff.

July 9, 2012

Judge throws out Lance Armstrong doping lawsuit

Armstrong is trying to save his seven Tour de France titles and his reputation as one of the greatest cyclists ever.

July 9, 2012

Romney bests Obama donations with help of rich few

President Obama on Monday said he raised $71 million in June for his re-election campaign, after Republican candidate Mitt Romney reported $106 million during the same period.

July 9, 2012

AT&T drops legal fight over Mass. man's $1M bill

Michael Smith, of Ipswich, says if he is forced to pay it, his company will close and his 14 employees will lose their jobs.

July 9, 2012

3 inmates walk away from Maine prisons

Maine law enforcement officials are looking for three inmates who walked away from two different prisons.

July 9, 2012

'Alive at Five' free concerts start Thursday

Thursday’s show will feature Portland indie rock band Phantom Buffalo and folk-pop performer Erin Davidson, who performs under the moniker dilly dilly.

July 9, 2012

Nugent drummer charged with Bangor golf cart theft, DUI

Police say that when they tried to stop the cart, Mick Brown sped past them and shoved a security officer.

July 9, 2012

NY man closes in on 3 millionth mile in '66 Volvo

Irvin Gordon bought his beloved car on June 30, 1966, for $4,150 at the age of 25. "It was a whole year's salary," he says.

July 9, 2012

Mainer knocked out of 'American Ninja' competition

Jesse Villareal, 24, of Westbrook, fell while crossing an obstacle known as 'The Spinning Bridge' during Sunday night’s episode of the reality TV show.

July 9, 2012

Obama urges tax cuts for families under $250,000

Romney supports extending the federal tax cuts for all income earners, including millionaires and billionaires.

July 9, 2012

Accused burglar claims he was checking gas leak

Police says a New Gloucester woman watched from outside her home as a man entered through a window and then came out the front door.

July 9, 2012

Veterinarian: Maine pet vaccination rates too low



July 9, 2012

2 Freeport bulldogs to be euthanized after attacks

Both dogs were quarantined at the Coastal Humane Society following the attack last Thursday.

July 9, 2012

Mom questions how daughter shot during hug with police officer

The shooting at an outdoor social gathering in Detroit killed a woman who would have turned 25 today.

July 9, 2012

Having trouble getting online? Call your provider

Now, if your computer is infected, your only hope is your Internet service provider's help desk.

July 9, 2012

Hang glider gets stuck in tree in W. Mass.

Authorities say the man tripped just as he took off Sunday, went into a spin and plunged into the tree.

July 9, 2012

Maine gas prices jump a nickel

Maine are still almost 27 cents lower than the same day one year ago.

July 9, 2012

PHOTO: Car runs into Waterville building

A vehicle that struck an outside wall at the Oak Grove Center in Waterville on Sunday, causing damage to the wall and vehicle.

July 9, 2012

Asbestos cleanup to begin at Wilton demolition site

Ryan Blyther of Scarborough, doing business as Downeast Construction, faces OSHA fines for workplace safety violations.

July 9, 2012

Lewiston police seek possible stabbing victim

Officers responded at about 10:20 p.m. on Sunday after getting a report of a fight in a parking lot involving about six people.

July 9, 2012

Fund started for NH boy hurt in fireworks explosion

Police said 13 people were injured in the fireworks explosion.

July 9, 2012

Trustees name Kalikow new president of USM

Kalikow will replace Selma Botman, who voluntarily stepped down as USM president after four years on the job.

July 9, 2012

Maine Turnpike toll proposal to be aired in York

Ten toll increase options are now under consideration to raise additional revenue, including adding $1 to the toll at the York plaza.

July 9, 2012

Political Notebook: Lively caucus ahead for GOP in District 21



July 9, 2012

Farm camp: chores and a chicken coop Several photos included in this story

20120705_Longbarn For one week, young people attend a 'magical classroom' that connects them to an often distant natural world.

July 9, 2012

N.H. fears financial lure of Bay State casino plan

 Massachusetts is looking to develop up to three resorts, which may siphon tourist spending in N.H.

July 9, 2012

Dispatches

Farmer's animals survive fireworks, despite 'terror' / Couple on motorcycle die of injuries from collision / Injured teen carried out from 100-Mile Wilderness . . . and more Maine news.

July 9, 2012

Feature Obituary: Charles R. Callanan, 86, devoted to education of children



July 9, 2012

If they had a Hall of Fame for voting, Collins would be in it Video clip included

Susan Collins Sen. Susan Collins is three votes shy of 5,000 in a row, and she's never missed a roll call. Ever.

July 9, 2012

Police identify body found in Portland Video clip included

An autopsy conducted today by the State Medical Examiner determined that 47-year-old Mitchell Abadie died of natural causes.

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