3+ hour, 19+ min ago (203+ words) KITTERY -- A Harrison man is facing multiple charges following a high-speed chase with troopers from Maine and New Hampshire early Sunday morning." According to Maine State Police, they received a call from the New Hampshire State Police shortly after midnight, requesting assistance with a high-speed pursuit." Police say they were trying to stop a Dodge Ram pickup truck due to speeding and erratic driving." Officials identified the driver as 44-year-old Matthew Olsen, of Harrison. They say he refused to stop for a local police department in New Hampshire, and during a chase with police, he allegedly rammed a New Hampshire State Police cruiser." Maine State Police took over the pursuit when Olsen crossed onto the Maine Turnpike. Police say the chase continued northbound until Olsen drove over a curb at the Kennebunk Rest Area, damaging his tires before getting back…...

4+ day, 13+ hour ago (165+ words) STATEWIDE --The Maine Bureau of Motor Vehicles has submitted opposition to a federal rule that would restrict legal immigrants from holding a commercial driver license. STATEWIDE --" The Maine Bureau of Motor Vehicles has submitted opposition to a federal rule that would restrict legal immigrants from holding a commercial driver license.In late September the U.S Department of Transportation and the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration announced a rule that would restrict how states issue "non-domiciled" commercial driver's licenses.A non-domiciled CDL is issued to individuals who are legally permitted to work but are not yet permanent U.S citizen.Secretary of State Shenna Bellows issued a statement saying "In a time of shortages of qualified CDL drivers, this rule will harm not only immigrants who are legally here but also the Maine economy The proposal is yet another cruel attempt by…...

5+ day, 17+ hour ago (102+ words) BANGOR --Some Bangor residents had unpleasant surprise when they woke up Sunday morning. They found a man they didn't know sleeping on their couch and he refused to leave. Bangor police were called to a residence on State Street where they found 50-year-old Jose Harvey of Milford. Police say he could not offer a logical reason why he was in the apartment. The tenant later found that while doors were locked, their bathroom window had been opened and all of their Christmas presents had been unwrapped near where Harvey was found. Harvey is being charged with aggravated criminal trespass....

1+ week, 21+ hour ago (186+ words) BANGOR -- For many, pets are more than just a dog to play catch with or a cat to keep the mice away. Three local organizations came together to ensure that everyone can'support themselves, and their furry friends.' This Saturday, the Bangor police department partnered'with the Eastern Area Agency on Aging (EAAA), which runs the Furry Friend Food Bank, to support'older members of the community who struggle to feed'their pets. Members of the police department and the EAAA stood outside of Shaws in Bangor collecting donations.' The effort began in 2013 when the'EAAA delivered meals to support elders living at home but found that there was more to be done.' "There was this kind of issue with them, do I feed myself, do I feed my pet, if I don't feed my pet, I'm gonna lose them. And often times, their pets…...

1+ week, 1+ day ago (172+ words) BANGOR --Bangor's board of ethics will soon hold a public hearing for an ethics investigation into alleged violations by one of its council members." BANGOR -- Bangor's board of ethics will soon hold a public hearing for an ethics investigation into alleged violations by one of its council members. According to the city of Bangor's administrative and communications manager, David Warren, the board will hold a meeting on December 3rd at 5:30 pm in the council chambers at City Hall. Warren says the meeting is to discuss the alleged ethics violations by City Councilor Joseph Leonard. - One person hospitalized and police investigating following incident in Bangor - Bangor man arrested after police respond to woman yelling for help - CMP issues statement following Maine PUC decision on rate hike - Augusta man indicted for assault on three women - Downeast community rallies behind beloved elementary teacher recovering…...

1+ week, 3+ day ago (267+ words) On Saturday, November 22nd , join members of the Bangor police department, eastern area Agency of aging, and Shaw's supermarket for the annual pet food drive at Shaw's; 353 Main Street. Between 9:00 A.M. And 12:00 P.M.According to the release sent out by Public Information Officer Sergeant Jeremy Brock, Bangor Police Department, the fundraiser will be at Shaw's accepting donations that will be Distributed by eastern area agency of aging's furry friend food bank. The pet food collected Will be distributed to local residents in need, and can make the difference between feeding their Pet or feeding themselves.Bangor police will be there to help collect donations and carry some bags of food. The food bank Can accept pet food, cash, and checks if you decide to donate. On Saturday, November 22nd , join members of the Bangor police department, eastern area Agency of aging, and Shaw's supermarket…...

1+ week, 3+ day ago (393+ words) BANGOR --For the past three weeks, Bangor's only dedicated toy store, Out on a Whimsey Toys, has been in the process of moving to a larger location. "We really feel like Bangor needs, and can support, a toy store," said manager Bryant Hall. "We really try to run the gamut." A Bangor toy store, filled with something for everyone, currently has a mop and bucket, as well as a broom and dustpan, on display. However, this is only temporary for Hall and his store. "A lot of work to come, but we really wanted to get open for the community," said Hall. After a few years at49 Main Street in downtown Bangor, the store is moving approximately ten feet to 43 Main Street. "Overall, it's been pretty good," said Hall. "Things have gone pretty smoothly, I would say." The reason for the…...

1+ week, 6+ day ago (101+ words) STATEWIDE --Andrew Benson has taken the oath of office to become the new U.S. Attorney for the District of Maine. Benson grew up in Maine and attended the University of Maine at Orono as well as the University of Maine Law School. He worked for a district attorney's office in central Maine before becoming one of three senior homicide prosecutors for the Maine attorney general's office. Benson became a district court judge in 2014 and has presided over hundreds of trials. He resigned in order to accept the position of United States Attorney for the District of Maine....

2+ week, 2+ day ago (172+ words) BANGOR " Riders may soon have more ways to pay for fares on Bangor's buses. The city is working to adopt additional payment options, and on Monday invited riders to a public meeting to learn more and share their opinions. Right now, passengers can pay with cash or buy a paper ticket at designated locations. Reinaldo Germano, a transportation planner for Four Square I-T who led the meeting, said the goal is to make the system easier for both riders and drivers. "This is the number one cause of the disputes on a bus. So it's a lot of you lowering the stress for the driver. You're making the back office life easier with a system that runs more smoothly, and you're hopefully adding a lot of convenience and access for the riders," Germano said. The Bangor City Council is scheduled…...

2+ week, 2+ day ago (348+ words) BANGOR" The city of Bangor is once again changing the rules around winter street parking, and with more snow expected this weekend, officials are urging residents to pay close attention to when and where they can park. Another winter in Bangor means new guidelines for drivers hoping to avoid tickets and tows. In downtown Bangor, drivers can continue to park on the street both day and night, as long as the city hasn't issued a parking ban. "What we call a parking ban for city wide, you have to get off the street, find alternate parking. The same thing. If we just do a downtown district parking ban, you would find you'd have to get off the street for that," Rob Clifton, interim assistant public works director, said. The city has also moved the start time for parking bans up…...