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Vehicle crashes into building in York
YORK, Maine — Officials responded to a report of a vehicle that crashed into a building Wednesday in York. The York Fire Department said on Facebook that the incident happened at 764 U.S. Route 1, which is the location of a building that appears to house several businesses including York Family Eyecare.
18-year-old woman skillfully survives fiery car ordeal on Route 101: 'Happy to be alive'
STRATHAM — The daughter of a former Portsmouth mayor had a close call on the highway Tuesday morning when her car caught fire and her brakes stopped working. Maggie Marchand, 18, was driving on Route 101 when she said a loud bang exploded from under the hood of her car. She said the vehicle began to smoke, and her brake pedal dropped all the way to the floor.
Maine man arrested for January 6th Capitol breach involvement
WASHINGTON, D.C. -- A Maine man has been arrested on felony and misdemeanor charges for actions during the January 6th capitol breach. According to court documents, 44-year-old Lincoln Deming of Kittery allegedly threw an object toward police on the west plaza before entering the capitol. He remained inside for more...
Another crash on Maine highway involving truck hauling bees
MAINE, USA — Kennebunk first responders said Tuesday they were called to a fiery crash after a car reportedly struck a truck hauling honey bees on the Maine Turnpike. The incident comes as the second crash involving a truck hauling bees along a Maine highway within the week. A...
Police log reveals multiple arrests and charges in Berwick
BERWICK — A series of arrests and charges were reported by the Berwick Police Department over the past month, involving individuals from various towns and states. On April 18, Zachary Michel, 36, of York, was arrested around 2:30 p.m. on a warrant and also charged with operating after suspension.
North Berwick police seek help identifying person in store incident
NORTH BERWICK — Police are asking for the public’s assistance in identifying an individual involved in an incident at the local Hannaford grocery store on May 8. The North Berwick Police Department released few details about the nature of the incident but emphasized the importance of community support in resolving the matter.
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