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Police: Multiple people victimized by Maine funeral home owner accused of theft
LINCOLN, Maine — Police on Thursday said they are investigating a Maine funeral home owner for theft. Harold "Chip" Lawson, who owns Lamson Funeral Home, misused funds from funeral trusts established through the business, the Lincoln Police Department said in a statement. The funeral home has locations in Lincoln, Millinocket, and Danforth, according to its website.
Baileyville’s Betty Troiani continues 64-year candlepin bowling career
BAILEYVILLE, Maine (WABI) - Baileyville’s Betty Troiani has been bowling for 64 years. “Well, I had always liked sports. I had never touched a bowling ball or had been in a bowling alley. A woman came in to where I was working and asked if I’d like to bowl. I said yeah, so I came on bowling as a bottom bowler. I bowled that first half. I substituted about every night, and I went up to captain. I stayed there for a long time, and now I’m older. I’m going down, but I’m still in first place, so not too bad for an 89-year-old,” said Troiani.
‘He should be ashamed of himself:’ Investigation into theft by Maine funeral home owner continues
LINCOLN, Maine (WABI) - Authorities say Harold “Chip” Lamson is under investigation for theft and is also facing several complaints filed against him with the Maine Board of Funeral Services. Through a Freedom of Access Act request, TV5 obtained copies of nine complaints filed against Lamson. One was...
Maine funeral home owner under investigation for theft, police say
LINCOLN, Maine (WABI) - Authorities say a local funeral home director is being investigated for theft. We’re told Harold “Chip” Lamson, owner of Lamson’s Funeral Home is part of an ongoing criminal investigation. According to their website, Lamson operates locations in Lincoln, Millinocket, East Millinocket, and...
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