SANFORD — Sanford Police arrested a local woman Monday after she allegedly took money from an individual and then threatened that person with a knife. Police responded to a report of a disturbance at an address on Brock Avenue at 9:14 p.m. Monday, said Deputy Police Chief Tim Strout. “An investigation by the officers determined […]
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Sanford Police Log
SANFORD — The following people were arrested or charged March 5 to March 8. If there is no listing for a specific date, it means no one was arrested or charged with a crime on that day, according to police logs provided by the agency: • Jeromy Lehoux, 45, Sanford was arrested and charged with […]
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Maine emergency room overdose visits rise in 2017
AUGUSTA (AP) — A report by the U.S. Centers for Disease Control says Maine emergency room visits for opioid overdoses increased in the last year. According to the CDC, emergency department visits for suspected opioid overdoses increased by 34 percent between 2016 and 2017. New Hampshire, Massachusetts and Rhode Island all saw decreases in emergency […]
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Bill would help homeless opioid users with housing, care
AUGUSTA (AP) — At most 50 homeless opioid users could get access to treatment and housing under a Democrat’s bill. Democratic Rep. Drew Gattine’s bill would create a pilot project aiming to provide vulnerable opioid users with access to treatment for substance use disorders and stabling housing. His bill is set for a work session […]
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South Portland to meet with aquaculture experts about pier
SOUTH PORTLAND (AP) — Local lobstermen and aquaculture operators have been invited to weigh in on the possible redevelopment of South Portland’s pier. City officials say they see an economic opportunity at the Portland Street Pier, particularly in the field of farming shellfish like mussels and oysters. A pier master plan concerning design and assessment […]
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School district lengthens school times to offset snow days
BETHEL (AP) — A school district in Maine will lengthen the school day by an hour for the next month to make up for time lost because of snow days. David Murphy, superintendent of the Bethel-area school district, says Thursday was his district’s ninth school day of the year. WGME-TV reports his district includes four schools and […]
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Biddeford Saco Restaurant Week starts Sunday
BIDDEFORD — For those looking to tantalize their tastebuds, a visit to Biddeford and Saco next week will be just the ticket. Biddeford + Saco Restaurant Week starts Sunday and continues through Saturday, March 17. Special events throughout the week will highlight local bars and restaurants. All are invited to submit an entry form at […]
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Plans to rebuild at Province Lake Golf Club
PARSONSFIELD — The manager of Province Lake Golf Club says the golf course is undamaged and there are plans to rebuild the restaurant after a fire swept through it, the pro shop and the clubhouse Wednesday night. Sabin Beckwith, the property, food and beverage manager for the 100-year-old golf club said construction of a new […]
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YMCA receives grant from United Way
BIDDEFORD — The YMCA of Southern Maine’s child care center has been awarded a two-year grant totaling $17,000 from United Way of York County. The early childhood program, with locations on Enterprise Drive and Pomerleau Street, provides a nurturing and supportive learning environment for 88 children in six classrooms. The full-day program includes activities designed to […]
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Nor’easter Quinn pummels York County with a fury
YORK COUNTY — The nor’easter called Quinn is now relegated to the annals of history, but for those struggling to dig out in its aftermath, the storm made a significant impact in the lives of residents of York County. Blanketing the area with more than a foot of wet, heavy snow and strong winds, the […]