A New Hampshire man is charged with aggravated reckless conduct, attempting to elude an officer, passing a police roadblock and operating under the influence.
Peter McGuire
Peter McGuire is a business reporter covering Maine trade, transportation and tourism. A proud native of the western Maine mountains, there is a good chance he’d rather be playing outside. Peter has covered local news for Maine newspapers in Oxford County, Brunswick, Waterville and Portland. He holds a bachelor’s degree in history from Dalhousie University in Halifax, Nova Scotia and a Master’s Degree in International Relations from Boston University. He lives in Biddeford with his wife Stephanie and brown rescue dog named Emmy Lou.
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Falmouth leads the charge against invasive plants on public, private land
Town officials work hard to stop the spread of infestations that choke out native species and damage ecosystems.
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Recount confirms tie in North Yarmouth selectman’s race
Jim Moulton and Peter Lacy each have 409 votes after a hand recount of ballots, so the contest will go to a runoff election Aug. 2.
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Brits in Maine call EU exit a ‘terrible, terrible mistake’
British expats living in Maine react with sadness and disbelief to the nation’s vote to exit the European Union.
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Brits in Maine watch, but stay on the sidelines of Brexit vote
British citizens will vote Thursday on whether to remain in the European Union, but numerous expats living in Maine won’t be among them.
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Maine DOT to hold hearing on Yarmouth Route 1 bridge
The department will gather feedback on the planned rehabilitation of the span across Yarmouth’s Main Street.
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After plan fails at polls, North Yarmouth reconsiders Memorial School project
Voters rejected a proposal to redevelop the school and a burned community center by an almost 3-1 margin Tuesday.
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Freeport approves ban on single-use plastic bags
The ordinance prohibits disposable plastic shopping bags and includes a 5-cent fee on paper bags.
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Portland council considers trash, recycling options
A majority of councilors support keeping pay-as-you-throw trash bags but expanding recycling options.
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Falmouth considers new rules for pets in public areas
Residents can weigh in on proposed restrictions, prompted by conflicts among pets, people and wildlife, at a June 27 public forum.