He fought courageously, was wounded, and was decorated for his actions during what historians have described as World War II’s largest and bloodiest battle. Joseph E. “Tim” Dufour survived the Battle of the Bulge and went on to get married and raise three children. The lifelong Portland resident, who was 91 years old, died Friday […]
Dennis Hoey
Dennis Hoey is the Portland Press Herald’s night reporter, covering any and all news that breaks in the late afternoon and evening hours. He has been chasing stories after normal business hours in Portland since 2008. Before that he worked in the Press Herald’s Brunswick Bureau where he spent several years covering news in several midcoast towns from Rockland and Wiscasset to Bath and Brunswick. He also covered Bath Iron Works, the Brunswick Naval Air Station, Bowdoin College, and the Maine Yankee Nuclear Power Plant during his years in Brunswick. When he’s not hunting down criminals, politicians or law enforcement officials, Dennis enjoys spending time riding his bicycle, hiking, and cross country skiing.
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Severe thunderstorm warning for three counties has been lifted
There were no reports of damage from the storms that rolled through the region.
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State police investigating pileup on Interstate 295 in South Portland
At least five vehicles are involved in the crash which took place in the southbound lane of Interstate 295.
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Authorities report two early morning crashes Saturday in Lebanon
In one of the crashes, police are unable to locate the driver.
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State police investigate two-car crash in Lebanon
The crash took place near the entrance to the Lebanon House of Pizza on Route 202.
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Berwick motorcyclist flown to Boston hospital
Robert V. Cushing Jr. was not wearing a helmet when he crashed his Harley-Davidson.
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Portland adult ed students plead for new home
More than 200 students and teachers rally outside City Hall as building plans are discussed.
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Fundraiser set for Maine bombing victim
Karen Rand, who lost a leg in the bombing, is a former Westbrook resident.
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Sinking kayaker rescued off Stonington coast
The kayaker has to be treated for mild hypothermia after a kayak takes on water.
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Saco woman to be Miss Maine 2013
In September, she will travel to Atlantic City, where she will represent Maine in the 2014 Miss America competition.