Arrests 6/25 at 2:05 a.m. Anthony J. Spring, 28, of York, was arrested on Route 1 by Officer Aaron Erickson on two warrants. 6/25 at 4:49 p.m. Ahmed Adbirashid Abdullahi, 20, of Lewiston, was arrested on Gallery Boulevard by Officer Sarah Fasulo on a warrant. 6/26 at 7:51 p.m. Kerilyn E. Bishop, 34, of Scarborough, […]
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Inside New Gloucester
Strawberry Day! Join in on the fun at Pineland Farms’ Produce Division at Gillespie Farms, 752 Mayall Road for “Strawberry Day!” from 10 a.m.-1 p.m. on Sat, July 7. This agricultural education programming event features complimentary family activities, including a strawberry-themed scavenger hunt, face painting and ice cream. The rain date is Sunday, July 8. […]
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SAD 6 serving up summer lunches for kids
BUXTON — School nutrition departments across the state work hard to make sure children are receiving healthy meals while at school, but that work does not stop in the summertime. SAD 6 is among the Maine districts providing free meals this summer to children through the USDA Summer Lunch Program. Breakfast will be available throughout […]
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On the Right Lane: National political psychotic breakdown
“Always remember … Rumors are carried by haters, spread by fools and accepted by idiots.” Zaid K. Abdelnour, author of “Economic Warfare” As I get ready for my first summer break from writing due to medical reasons I have to wonder how or who will begin the process of bringing our nation together instead of […]
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Cape Elizabeth Police Beat: July 6
Arrests No arrests were reported from June 26 to July 2. Summonses 6/26 at 1:25 p.m. Frederick Bates, 60, of South Portland, was issued a summons on Route 77 by Officer Eric Vanasse on a charge of uninspected motor vehicle. 6/26 at 1:25 p.m. Matthew Johnson, 33, of Saco, was issued a summons on Route […]
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In tribute to Capt. Mains
Raymond Fire & Rescue Chief Bruce Tupper leads a firefighter processional before the memorial service Monday for Capt. David Mains. Mains died after a motorcycle accident in Massachusetts last week. “He was all-in all the time,” a colleague said. Story, page 2.
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We love sales
Flea market — Saturday, July 7, 9 a.m. – 1 p.m., Nathaniel Hawthorne House, corner of Cape and Hawthorne roads, Raymond. Rain or shine. Wide range of great items including books, furniture, jewelry, artwork, housewares and a sale table with Hawthorne-related souvenirs. The historic Hawthorne House will also be open. Calling crafters — Saturday, Aug. […]
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Cape Elizabeth police seek suspect in 2 home burglaries
CAPE ELIZABETH — The Police Department is investigating two burglaries that took place this week in the Oakhurst Road neighborhood. According to the department’s Facebook page, one of the burglaries occurred in the early morning, while the other took place at night. A male suspect was described as 5 feet 9 inches tall and dressed in […]
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Low jobless rate a ‘double-edged sword’
PORTLAND — Record low unemployment in Maine reflects a strong economy. But it has some business owners struggling to find the workers they need. Quincy Hentzel, chief executive of the Portland Regional Chamber of Commerce, said the historically low level of unemployment provides options to workers and creates more competition between employers with jobs to […]
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Maine’s loon population stays strong with human help
FALMOUTH — Rising early on the third Saturday in July has become a tradition for thousands of Mainers who participate in the annual count to determine the health of the state’s loon population. “Loon counters have an endless enthusiasm for loon conservation,” said Susan Gallo, wildlife biologist at Maine Audubon. She said the annual count […]