Damion Joyce, 51, surrendered to Scarborough police early Thursday morning, minutes after he is accused of stealing a car that contained a sleeping woman and refused to let her out. He has been charged with kidnapping.
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Crews respond to late night structure fire in Old Orchard Beach
The fire in a 3-story wood frame building drew firefighters from 4 towns.
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Old Orchard Beach voters overwhelmingly support limiting size of pot shop
The size of adult-use marijuana stores in Old Orchard Beach will now have stricter limits than the ones originally put in place by the town council.
Posted inBusiness, Local & State, Politics
Old Orchard Beach referendum, a vote against ‘mega stores’ or extreme limit on competition?
Voters on June 13 will decide if the town should place further limits on the size of recreational marijuana stores that some say are designed to benefit only one man.
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Maine leaders call for new federal clean car standards
The diverse group wants the Biden administration and EPA to mandate higher gas mileage vehicles in a new round of clean car standards for new vehicles made after 2027 through 2035 to protect Maine’s economy, health and environment.
Posted inBiddeford-Saco-OOB Courier, Southern Maine Weeklies
The Pines Community marks 50 years of affordable senior living in Ocean Park
Speeches, conversation, music, food and laughter in the sunshine made for a pleasant afternoon celebration for residents and guests alike.
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State says operator error was a likely factor in boy’s injuries on Old Orchard Beach ride
Investigators from the Maine State Fire Marshal’s Office say the operator of a ride at the amusement park likely didn’t check the restraints on a 10-year-old boy before the ride started.
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Weeks of preparation, training lead to logistical challenge Sunday for Augusta-based Ironman 70.3 triathlon
Local agencies and organizations have been making plans and working out the details to ensure Sunday’s Ironman 70.3 runs, bikes and swims smoothly for the many athletes expected to compete.
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Old Orchard Beach hires its first female police chief
Capt. Elise Chard will replace former chief Dana Kelly, who retired earlier this year.
Posted inBiddeford-Saco-OOB Courier, Southern Maine Weeklies
Honor Roll – Old Orchard Beach High School
Quarter 4 Grade 12 Highest Honors: Melissa Pelletier, Emily Tucker High Honors: Riley Fish, Makayla Gagnon, Gavin Sperlich Honors: Eldon Beaudoin, Cody Blakie, Ganelle Ferguson, Laci Hall, Ryan Harding, Alexander Hodgkins, Jacob Payea, Santino Perrone, Kellen Zecchinelli Grade 11 Highest Honors: Brie Blanchette, Elise MacNair, Margaret Nason High Honors: Brady Croteau Honors: Nichole Bennett, Ally […]