BELFAST (AP) — A judge on Friday rejected a request by defense attorneys to remove prosecutors handling the case of a Maine mother accused of beating her 10-year-old daughter to death with her husband’s help. Justice Robert Murray wasted little time in ruling against the request, which Assistant Attorney General Donald Macomber called “shameless posturing.” […]
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DeepWater Buoyancy of Biddeford receives MTI grant
BIDDEFORD — The Maine Technology Institute has awarded a Biddeford company a new grant from the Maine Technology Asset Fund 2.0 (MTAF2.0) program. It was part of seven new awards statewide totaling $10.9 million. The MTAF2.0 Program is financed by a $45MM bond approved by voters in June 2017 that MTI manages on behalf of […]
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Sanford sees bright future for mill restaurant space
SANFORD — Economic development officials say the restaurant space at the renovated Sanford Mill on Washington Street is an important location for Sanford. But Mill 67, the restaurant that has occupied the space since 2014, has been closed since March 10. Officials in the Sanford City Clerk’s office say the restaurant’s liquor license expired that […]
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UNE launching new study abroad program in France
BIDDEFORD — Starting next winter, some very fortunate University of New England students will be able experience the “City of Light” and all its history and culture up close while earning college credits in the process. On Wednesday, UNE entered into a partnership with the American Graduate School in Paris to create a “UNE in […]
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Airmen of Note’s Biddeford concert tickets going fast
BIDDEFORD — Tickets for the upcoming The Airmen of Note jazz concert in Biddeford are moving fast and the free show is expected to draw a full house at Biddeford Middle School later this month. A premier jazz ensemble of the U.S. Air Force Band, The Airmen of Note will perform a free public concert […]
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Biddeford Police Log
BIDDEFORD — The following individuals were arrested or issued a summons by Biddeford Police from March 30 to April 6, 2018: • Bonnie J. McGuire, 37, of Arundel, was arrested for domestic violence assault and criminal mischief. • Brian R. Kunkel, 41, of Stratham, New Hampshire, was arrested for an outstanding warrant. • Daniel M. Milligan, 30, of […]
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Crack sealing, paving and reconstruction set for Sanford
SANFORD — The advent of spring and summer brings paving projects and patching and a lot more. Road work in Sanford this spring and summer is expected to include sealing cracks to head off potential future deterioration, some rehabilitation projects and full reconstruction of some streets. Public Works Director Matthew Hill recently released a list […]
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OOB Police investigate cop impersonation report
OLD ORCHARD BEACH — An individual who apparently stopped a vehicle, identified himself as a police officer and searched the motorist’s vehicle has caused police to ask for the public’s help. Police say the report indicates someone is impersonating a police officer. They are asking the public for information about the incident which was reported […]
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‘Health and Fitness Day’ returns to St. James School
BIDDEFORD — Thursday was a day of learning for students of St. James School in Biddeford, but not the traditional way spent sitting at desks studying academic subjects. For the fifth straight year, Health and Fitness Day was observed at the school and students were able to explore topics such as camping, biking, first aid, […]
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Puppies from Puerto Rico await new homes at AWS
WEST KENNEBUNK — When Hurricane Maria roared through Puerto Rico last fall, thousands of animals were thrown into a life or death struggle for survival, but that ordeal is about to end for more than two dozen mixed-breed puppies from Puerto Rico as they will find forever homes at the Animal Welfare Society starting Friday […]