The American Red Cross’ blood inventory fell more than 25% in July, the national agency announced Monday, but the demand for blood has remained constant.
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Posted inMaine, News
Whale carcass washes up on Kennebunk shore
The whale, a female officials called ‘Lollipop,’ washed up on Strawberry Island – off the Kennebunk coast – overnight Friday into Saturday, after being seen off the coast of Wells.
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Posted inBethel, Maine Crime, News, Oxford Hills, River Valley
Oxford County arrest log: Aug. 5, 2024
• William G. Ashmore, 56, of 8 Ernest St., Rumford, on charges of violation of condition of release and operating under the influence of alcohol, 3:21 p.m. Tuesday, July 30, in Paris, by Paris Police Department. • Joshua C. Beaulieu, 36, of 197 Lisbon Road, Lisbon, on a charge of criminal trespass, 5:27 p.m. Monday, […]
Posted inAndroscoggin County, News
Poland near-drowning Saturday did not involve drugs, alcohol, police say
An unnamed 21-year-old male was rescued from a near-drowning at Range Pond State Park on Saturday.
Posted inMaine Crime, News, Oxford Hills, River Valley, Rumford Falls Times
Reaction to how criminal cases are being handled prompts public forum in Rumford
Rumford police have been publicizing the final results of criminal cases on Facebook, causing some to question why so many cases are dropped in court system.
Posted inBusiness, Lewiston-Auburn, News
New commuter bus between Lewiston, Auburn, Portland gets mixed reviews so far
The LAP service started its two-year pilot run July 22. In the short time since the route began, some passengers have questions about its reliability.
Posted inBusiness, Health, Maine, News
Maine Bureau of Insurance warns about ‘self-funded’ health plans
Many plans being marketed to consumers in Maine have coverage limits and are not comprehensive medical insurance, the state says.
Posted inOxford Hills
State fire marshal probes Hartford fire
The home on Old State Route 140 is a total loss, officials say.
Posted inFranklin, Maine Crime, Nation / World, News
Tennessee fugitive apprehended in Lowelltown at a former Canada border crossing
Larry Wayne Cole III is wanted in Tennessee in connection with the stabbing of his husband in a Walmart in Gallatin, Tennessee.
Posted inLewiston-Auburn, News
Lewiston pickleball courts to be ready this fall
Get excited picklers. There’ll be more dedicated courts in Lewiston and Auburn for the country’s fastest-growing sport.