The 3 men were attempting a similar robbery when they were arrested, Chief Dan Ahern said.
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Local Maine news from the Portland Press Herald.
Posted inLife & Culture, Local & State, News
Double ‘Jeopardy!’: Maine man wins a second time
Jason Singer’s win on Tuesday made him and his wife, Susan McMillan, part of an exclusive club of married winners of the famed game show. He added icing to the cake with a second win Wednesday.
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Posted inCops & Courts, Lewiston-Auburn, Local & State
Lewiston man charged with manslaughter after crashing into a house in May
The May 21 crash claimed the life of 28-year-old Natasha Thoits, of Lewiston, who was trapped in the mangled car after it hit a single-family home at 4 Old Lisbon Road.
Posted inLocal & State, News
Farmington 15-year-old dies after jumping into Hallowell’s Quarry Pond
Koa Dumont was one of 4 teens who were swimming at the private pond Wednesday.
Posted inLocal & State, News
Memorial service honors rediscovered Waterville graves of Union soldiers
The descendants of one Civil War soldier attended the service at Saint Francis Catholic and Pine Grove cemeteries in Waterville, honoring their service on the anniversary of a pivotal battle in the War Between the States.
Posted inHealth, Local & State, Nation & World, Politics
Maine’s rural hospitals brace for impacts after Senate approves Trump Medicaid cuts
The sweeping policy bill approved by the U.S. Senate Tuesday is expected to cut off health coverage for tens of thousands of Maine residents, adding to financial pressures on the state’s already strained hospitals.
Posted inLocal & State, Schools and Education
Jay-area district’s vote to align with Trump order could roll back protections for transgender students
State repercussions are unclear at this time, but if approved through the board’s policy process, it opens the district up to potential litigation.
Posted inBusiness, Community News, Food, Local & State, News, Times Record
Maine-based franchise Bay Bowls opens new location in Bath
A family-owned business expands into the City of Ships, offering superfood fruit bowls and smoothies. The fruit and granola business is looking for new licensing and franchise opportunities in the state.
Posted inLocal & State, Politics, Times Record
Topsham school to host Laurel Libby event despite complaints
The district responded to complaints about a planned event featuring Rep. Laurel Libby hosted at a school facility.
Posted inBusiness, Local & State, News
Rumford Falls Hydro bad for river, conservation groups say
Five conservation groups argue that too much water is being diverted from the river, hurting habitat and recreational opportunities.