August 2016 – Page 159 – The Portland Press Herald

Lincoln County deputy pleads not guilty to sexual abuse of minors

by Edward D. Murphy August 23, 2016August 23, 2016

Kenneth L. Hatch III, a 17-year veteran of the sheriff’s department, is released on bail and is restricted from having contact with girls.

Maine, News, Schools and Education

Portland adds artistic flourish to drab utility boxes

by Randy Billings August 23, 2016August 23, 2016

Five artists are painting designs on utility boxes at intersections around the city.

Nation & World

N.H. trooper to plead guilty in beating of motorist

by MICHAEL CASEY Associated Press August 23, 2016August 23, 2016

A Massachusetts trooper also faces charges in the beating, which was recorded on video after an hourlong chase.

Maine

N.H. triathlete dies in bicycle crash in Maine national forest

by Associated Press August 23, 2016August 24, 2016

Jim Soroka, 69, was wearing a helmet and traveling about 45 mph down a winding section of road from Evans Notch when he crashed.

Maine, News

Six buildings destroyed by fire at Christian campground in Knox County

by Charles Eichacker Kennebec Journal August 23, 2016August 23, 2016

The Advent Christian Camp Meeting Association has been forced to cancel one event but plans to rebuild at its Washington property.

Life & Culture

Whimsical chicken footstools draw flocks of fans

by Cynthia Billhartz Gregorian The Kansas City Star August 23, 2016August 24, 2016

The fowl made from wool come in two sizes and draw smiles, laughs – and customers.

Maine

Remains of Civil War soldier make it home to Maine

by Associated Press August 23, 2016August 23, 2016

The Patriot Guard Riders motorcycle group escorts the ashes across the country.

The Forecaster

Topsham asks DOT for Meadow Road speed review

by Alex Lear August 23, 2016August 23, 2016

TOPSHAM — The Board of Selectmen has asked the Maine Department of Transportation to conduct another speed limit review of Meadow Road. Spurred by a resident’s request that the 45 mph limit be reduced, the panel discussed the matter at its Aug. 18 meeting. The board that night also approved purchasing a loader and three […]