Rescuers including Rangeley firefighters climbed the steep terrain with equipment to reach the girl. They were at 2,750 feet in elevation.
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Alex Jackson still missing after 7 weeks
Alex Jackson went missing on May 12 with his husky/Labrador mix Hazel. Three days later, Hazel was found in North Yarmouth.
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Leavitt Area students, teachers abuzz for inaugural H.I.V.E. Week
The goal is to give students the opportunity to learn topics not covered in regular school instruction and make connections with people outside of their usual circles.
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Leeds medical center hires new physician assistant
LEEDS — DFD Russell Medical Centers recently hired board-certified physician assistant John Wironen. Wironen received his master’s degree in physician assistant studies from the University of New England in 2021 and spent the past two years as a primary care provider at Sebasticook Family Care in Pittsfield. He also holds a Ph.D. in material science […]
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Investigation into shooting stalls as details about what happened, and where, remain unclear
The Androscoggin County Sheriff’s Office said the victim of the shooting has been uncooperative, and it is not known where the shooting took place, how many shots were fired or who owns the gun used.
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Gunshot victim spurs sheriff’s office, state police investigation
Androscoggin County Sheriff’s deputies and Turner Rescue responded to Red Roof Grocery in Leeds after a report of a gunshot wound victim Sunday afternoon.
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Leeds man accused of being a ‘straw’ buyer of guns is held without bail
A prosecutor said Benjamin Turcotte bought up to 40 guns for a man who was part of a gun trafficking conspiracy.
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Southern New Hampshire University names local dean’s list students
MANCHESTER, N.H. — Seven local students have been named to the 2023 winter dean’s list at Southern New Hampshire University. They are Brittany Hutchings of Monmouth, Garth Thompson of Naples, Naomi Weisman of Lewiston, Denisse Sambrano of Fryeburg, Jennifer Derrick of Auburn, Dominique Bentajado of Leeds and Hannah Dieterich of Wales. Full-time undergraduate students who […]
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Jay VFW Post announces Memorial Day observances in five towns
Wreath-laying services will be held Monday at select war memorials.
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Jay veterans post lists Memorial Day events for Jay/Livermore Falls area
Local veterans organizations and their auxiliaries plan to hold wreath-laying services Monday, May 29 at select war memorials in the area. Jay VFW Post 3335, American Veterans Post 33, American Legion Post 10, and their auxiliaries will have members participating in these time-honored recognitions, according to a news release from Jim Manter, VFW Post 3335 […]