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Published
February 23, 2022

New Hampshire police arrest 3 after pursuit from Maine

Two men and a minor were in a box truck that was possibly connected with the theft of dirt bikes and all-terrain vehicles.
Published
November 24, 2021

South Berwick chief who insulted neighboring department placed on leave

Dana Lajoie has been relieved of his command of the South Berwick police department pending an investigation into his hostile treatment of officers from Berwick.
Published
November 21, 2021

Accusations and insults shine light on conflict between neighboring police departments

The rift between South Berwick Police Chief Dana Lajoie and officers in Berwick, where Lajoie lives, has come to light since a late-night tirade was captured on video. It threatens the departments' ability to cooperate.
Published
June 27, 2021

North Berwick school district struggles with response to Confederate flag and racism

Displays of the flag and concerns about the district's approach to diversity work recently led to the resignation of a well-respected teacher in SAD 60.
Published
May 31, 2021

Veteran in Berwick marches in his 50th Memorial Day parade

Anthony Cincotta, who served in the Korean and Vietnam wars, joins his son and grandson, also veterans, to honor the men and women who died in the service of their country.
Published
March 25, 2021

South Berwick Public Library Virtual Presentation on the value of rare books takes place March 30
Published
August 18, 2020

Forest fire in Berwick burns more than 3 acres

The fire broke out Tuesday afternoon in a wooded area off Long Swamp Road and was brought under control about 4 hours later.
Published
June 10, 2020

Berwick police looking for local man missing since June 2

David Nunes has not been seen since June 2, and police are hoping someone can provide information.
Published
April 22, 2020

Two killed Wednesday in separate crashes on Maine roads

The first crash, along I-95 in Hampden, was attributed to black ice, while police in Berwick are still investigating the cause of the second fatality.
Published
March 1, 2020

Hundreds mark first anniversary of blaze that took Berwick firefighter’s life

They gather outside the fire station to honor the memory of Capt. Joel Barnes, who lost his life in a burning apartment building.