The defense had argued that police couldn’t be sure the man on the video was James Peaslee, of Easton.
Carol Semple
Posted inBusiness, Nation & World
Analysis: Broad legalization takes toll on medical marijuana programs
For patients who rely on marijuana to control ailments and pain, the arrival of recreational cannabis can mean fewer and more expensive options.
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Posted inNation & World
About one-sixth of all sea life may be lost to warming in this century, new study finds
If the world reduces carbon pollution, losses can be limited to only about 5%, the new international study concludes.
Posted inLocal & State, Maine Crime
Man arrested at Maine truck stop after leading police on chase
Authorities say they’ve charged a 21-year-old man with several crimes including arson following a high-speed chase in Washington and Hancock counties.
Posted inNation & World
Pilot killed as helicopter crash-lands on Manhattan rooftop
The accident involving a craft flying in tightly controlled airspace revives memories of 9/11.
Posted inHealth, Local & State, News, Politics
Bills tackling health care protections go to Gov. Mills’ desk
The bills include a measure to require insurance companies to cover telehealth services.
Posted inBusiness, Local & State, New England
Gas prices still dropping in northern New England
The average price in Maine last week was $2.68.
Posted inNation & World, New England
New Hampshire authorities identify 3 bodies linked to suspected killer
New Hampshire authorities have identified three victims of a deceased man suspected of killing at least six women and children several decades ago, including his toddler daughter
Posted inLocal & State, Politics
Bill to fund needle exchanges in Maine awaits funding
Lawmakers have passed a bill to direct $1.7 million to boost needle exchange programs.
Posted inBusiness, Local & State, Politics
Bill to study emissions from CMP hydropower project fails
The proposal had backing from critics of the proposed 145-mile transmission line in western Maine.