Christian Emmanuel Sanon is unknown in Haitian political circles, and associates suggested he was duped by those really behind the assassination of President Jovenel Moïse.
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Posted inMaine, Maine Crime, News
Three Portland officers injured in violent arrest that draws another hostile crowd
Police say a man became violent when they took his gun because he was identified as a convicted felon, and about a dozen people taunted and cursed at the officers.
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Posted inNation / World
Trump lawyers might be penalized over Michigan election lawsuit based on ‘conjecture’
The state also is asking for Trump’s team to reimburse at least $11,000 the state had to spend in legal fees.
Posted inHealth, Nation / World
Do I need to take precautions at hotels if I’m vaccinated?
The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention says the risk of COVID-19 is low at hotels if you’re fully vaccinated.
Posted inNation / World
World hunger was dramatically worse in pandemic year
A report issued jointly by five U.N. agencies said hunger outpaced population growth in 2020, with nearly 10% of all people estimated to be undernourished.
Posted inBusiness, Maine, News
Lawyer who isn’t complying with billing probe asks to withdraw from nearly 200 cases
Maine is the only state that relies entirely on private attorneys to provide legal services to defendants who cannot afford to hire lawyers.
Posted inNation / World
Fire raging Oregon burns 50 structures and threatens California’s power supply
The fast-moving Bootleg fire crippled a key transmission system known as the California Oregon Intertie.
Posted inNews
Missing Freeport woman’s body found offshore in Boothbay
Police say that the body of 55-year-old Wendy Lewis, the Freeport woman reported missing July 8, was discovered by a fisherman a few miles off the coast of Boothbay on July 10 around 3:30 p.m. According to Maine State Medical Examiner Office Administrator Lindsey Chasteen, the autopsy of Lewis has been completed by the Office […]
Posted inConnections
Hebron society seeks donations for event
Donations of salable items are requested from the community for the Hebron Historical Society fundraising yard sale set for 8 a.m. Saturday, July 24, at its home at 358 Paris Road. Funds are being sought to further improve the society’s building for better service to the public. For arrangements, call Ruth MacDonald at 207-966-3727.
Posted inCommunity, Connections
Livermore’s living history center open for summer season
LIVERMORE — Experience life in 19th-century Maine and learn about Livermore’s celebrated Washburn family at the Norlands Living History Center at 290 Norlands Road. In July and August, Norlands is open from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Tuesdays and Thursdays. Those who stop in can tour the 1867 Washburn family mansion and farmer’s cottage […]