Androscoggin County Sheriff’s Department investigators are seeking help from the public in locating the driver and vehicle involved.
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New charges for Mass. chemist in drug lab scandal
Since the lab was closed in August, judges have released about 200 defendants from prison and put their cases on hold while their lawyers challenge their convictions.
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6 arrested in NH over mall parking space brawl
The six shoppers, all from Lawrence, Mass., were charged with disorderly conduct.
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Freeport Middle School Honor Roll
Freeport Middle School Honor Roll’s Trimester 1 honor roll has been announced: Grade 6 High honors Nova Ambrose, Ashley Arruda, Grace Batterbee, Jacob Collard, Natalie Crawford, Jason D’Amico, Camden Donald, Meredith Dowling-Wolf, Zachary Flood, Liam Gould, Liam Grogan, Toby Holt, Finn Johnston, Abigail King, Grace Lamagna, Tanner Morrison, Atticus Patrick, Owen Patrick, Margaret Perrota, Rebecca […]
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LETTERS TO THE EDITOR – Many to thank for Sparkle Weekend
Freeport’s Sparkle Weekend, Dec. 7-9, was a true community event, made possible through the efforts and support of people throughout Freeport. Organized by FreeportUSA, volunteers from all over Freeport helped to make it a success. Friday evening, hundreds of people turned out for the Parade of Lights in spite of the rain and helped wake […]
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LETTERS TO THE EDITOR – Many to thank for Sparkle Weekend
Freeport’s Sparkle Weekend, Dec. 7-9, was a true community event, made possible through the efforts and support of people throughout Freeport. Organized by FreeportUSA, volunteers from all over Freeport helped to make it a success. Friday evening, hundreds of people turned out for the Parade of Lights in spite of the rain and helped wake […]
Posted inAmerican Journal, Current, Lakes Region Weekly
POLITICS AND OTHER MISTAKES – Last of the dinosaurs
Maybe those nutballs who claim dinosaurs and cavemen existed at the same time aren’t quite as batty as the scientific evidence indicates. In the past month, there have been at least two dinosaur sightings right here in Maine. The first incident occurred in Augusta, near the tar pit that is the state Legislature. Democrats, newly […]
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GUEST COLUMN – In their memory, a gift of books
The tragedy of the fallen innocents in the recent Connecticut school shooting is difficult to come to grips with. It’s rough terrain for parents, teachers and friends. It’s especially rough for those who have experienced the loss of a child. I have this unenviable distinction, having lost a son some 14 years ago. If you […]
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DOWN THE ROAD A PIECE – Beans count only slightly
Family gatherings can be tricky things to navigate any time of year, but they get a tad riskier and fraught with danger this time of year. Why is that?? At a recent Thanksgiving get-together, it was decided, for obvious reasons, that we wouldn’t talk about the Red Sox. What’s the point? It was also decided […]
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ESPECIALLY FOR SENIORS – Gifts for seniors: Simple, practical
If you’re one of the many who still have to get a gift for an older relative or friend, it isn’t necessary to plan a huge shopping trip. Sometimes, a visit to a corner store or post office is all that’s needed. Through the years I’ve listened to my peer group, and here are some […]