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Maine farmer convicted in infamous murder case seeks new trial
A Maine farmer convicted of killing a 12-year-old girl more than three decades ago launched his latest bid on Thursday for a new trial by trying to convince a judge that advances in DNA testing raise questions about his guilt.The attorney for Dennis Dechaine called his first witness at the start of a two-day hearing in Knox County Superior Court. Dechaine is trying to make the case that tests conducted by a California laboratory excluded his DNA from several items found at the crime scene, requiring a new trial in which jurors could weigh all the evidence.Prosecutors have contended plenty...
Old Bath hospital transformed to tackle housing crisis
BATH (WGME)- Nine Park Street in Bath used to be a hospital. It's now being used to help fight Maine's housing crisis. "Trying to be creative and find ways to use that old hospital building in a better way.'" said developer Dave Holman. That's why he bought part of it...
Sean Halsey provides update on family's recovery one year after I-295 shootings
YARMOUTH, Maine — One year later, Joseph Eaton remains at Two Bridges Regional Jail in Wiscasset, accused of a quadruple murder and a highway shooting that left three people injured. One year later, we spoke with the people who were caught in the crossfire. "The glass started shattering around...
Eric T. Wilde
Eric Taylor Tobin Wilde died early April 13, 2024. It caught everyone by surprise, including Eric, who had no intention of dying. Like many Friday nights, he had a few drinks (he shouldn’t have), talked to friends, then went to bed forgetting to wear the CPAP mask … allowing him to stop breathing … which he now realizes was essential for life. If he could say something, it would be "WTF."
'Worst day of my life': Maine father recounts day his children were shot on I-295
It's been one year since police found four people murdered in a Bowdoin home allegedly at the hands of one of the couple's own son. Murder suspect Joseph Eaton’s parents, David and Cynthia Eaton, along with the Eaton's close friends, Bobby and Patti Eger, were found dead in the Eger's home.
Boothbay Harbor fields housing, restaurant proposals
The Boothbay Harbor planning board moved forward on two housing developments April 10, potentially allowing up to 11 new homes. After several rounds of reviews to gather needed documents, the board approved the site plan application for the seven-home affordable housing development on Alexander Way. Applicants from Boothbay Region Housing Trust provided the board with previously requested verification of financial capacity and details on domestic water. The plan was conditionally approved in February pending the information.
BBH Opera House: Lara Tupper & Bobby Sweet
When they head out on the road to tour as a duo, vocalist Lara Tupper and Bobby Sweet, on guitar and vocals, present spirited interpretations of folk/pop standards and Bobby’s original Americana songs. Bobby, who toured with Arlo Guthrie for many years, is an award-winning singer-songwriter with seven albums. Lara, born in Boothbay, has performed all over the world as a resident vocalist in Hilton Hotels International. With their rich harmonies and natural stage presence, they have a special way of connecting with listeners. On Saturday, April 27, this duo comes to Boothbay Harbor to perform at the historic Opera House.
The impact of a storm
Were you impacted by the recent nor’easter? So many of us were. With a handful of enduring power outages this winter season, our community has certainly weathered its share of storms. Thousands of people across New England remain without power. Here on the peninsula, many families are still returning to normal.
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