SACO — The State Fire Marshal’s Office said the occupant of a mobile home in a park off US Route 1 doused it in gasoline and set it ablaze early Tuesday. The body of a man authorities believe is Stephen Laughton was removed from a mobile home at 39 Pheasant Road following an explosion and […]
November 2016
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UNE ranked one of the best for a master’s in social work
BIDDEFORD — A nationally recognized source that ranks colleges and universities has rated the University of New England as one of the best schools in America for obtaining a master’s degree in social work through online work. College Choice.net has included UNE in its 2016 rankings that is used by prospective students and their families […]
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Biddeford Police warn residents about false social media posts
BIDDEFORD — The Biddeford Police Department is advising residents to ignore information posted by a Facebook group they say is spreading false information about police activity. Chief Roger Beaupre said in a release Tuesday the page, “Maine police & fire alerts,” has been making online posts regarding crimes in the city and said the information […]
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Candidate leaves state for college but remains on Maine ballot
LEWISTON (AP) — The father of a candidate for a Maine state House seat says his son has moved out of state for college and is no longer running. The Sun Journal reports (http://bit.ly/2ejKNbm ) that candidate Elliot Chicoine is now living in Arizona. The Republican’s name remains on the ballot in Maine, however, because […]
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Maine student accused of killing parents remains in custody
AUGUSTA, Maine (AP) — A 17-year-old Maine boy charged with killing his parents in their home is going to remain in custody. A judge on Tuesday ordered a psychological examination for Andrew Balcer (BAHL’-sur), who’s charged with two counts of murder. Documents detailing the crime were sealed. Police say a 911 call early Monday led […]
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Police charge suspects with theft of 19 crates of lobsters
HARPSWELL, Maine (AP) — Maine authorities say they have charged a pair of men in the theft of 19 crates of live lobsters worth more than $9,000. The Maine Marine Patrol says Tuesday that 34-year-old Troy Woodman of Warren and 29-year-old Shane Hall of Portland have been charged with stealing lobsters from two dealers. Both men […]
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Two giant ski swaps this Saturday, Nov. 5
The advent of October snows that hit our mountain peaks put a smile on the face of snow sports enthusiasts. The promise of an abundant snow season this year seeks to erase the memory of last season’s meager snows. If you are looking to upgrade your equipment, buy equipment for your kids or trade in […]
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Two giant ski swaps this Saturday, Nov. 5
The advent of October snows that hit our mountain peaks put a smile on the face of snow sports enthusiasts. The promise of an abundant snow season this year seeks to erase the memory of last season’s meager snows. If you are looking to upgrade your equipment, buy equipment for your kids or trade in […]
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Marchand, Moore, Rask lead Bruins to 2-1 win over Panthers
SUNRISE, Fla. — Brad Marchand and Dominic Moore scored to lead the Boston Bruins to a 2-1 victory over the Florida Panthers on Tuesday night. Tuukka Rask stopped 33 shots to help the Bruins win their second straight after a three-game skid. Denis Malgin scored for the Panthers and Roberto Luongo had 24 saves in […]
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Cubs rout Indians, send series to Game 7
CLEVELAND (AP) — After 108 years, what’s one more day? Addison Russell hit a grand slam and tied a World Series record with six RBIs, and Chicago took advantage of a huge early misplay in Cleveland’s outfield as the Cubs throttled the Indians 9-3 on Tuesday night in Game 6 to push this tense tug-of-war […]