by Matthew Rideout | Nov 17, 2020 | Media
Shawn O’Leary tells audience at Mid-Maine Chamber of Commerce Business Breakfast the COVID-19 pandemic seems to be keeping active shooter threats to a minimum this year, but some experts think such incidents could increase in 2021. – centralmaine.com Read...
by Matthew Rideout | Feb 25, 2020 | Media, Uncategorized
BANGOR, Maine (WABI) – Police officers from the neighboring communities spent some time at the Bangor Police Department Monday. They’re learning how to be better leaders. It’s part of a course offered by Dirigo Safety and the training’s called...
by Matthew Rideout | Nov 18, 2019 | Media
The Biddeford Police Department has cited six local businesses for selling alcohol to minors. The police department issued the citations following underage drinking law compliance checks on Nov. 4 and 14 at 30 businesses across the city. Chief Roger Beaupre said the...
by Matthew Rideout | Jul 25, 2019 | Media
DENVER, July 25 (UPI) — Traffic stops are changing in states where marijuana — either recreational or medical — is legal. Now, when someone is pulled over for impaired driving, officers in some states might follow a new protocol that could...
by Matthew Rideout | May 6, 2019 | Media
AUGUSTA (WGME) — As Maine prepares for the roll out of retail marijuana and the opioid crisis rages on, drugged driving is a growing concern. Police said a deadly crash in Windham last November was caused by a tow truck that crossed the center line on Route 115,...
by Matthew Rideout | Jun 22, 2018 | Media
AUBURN (NEWS CENTER Maine) — With marijuana legal in Maine, police officers worry that more people will drive under the influence of the drug known for slowing reaction times. While the Maine Criminal Justice Academy presents officers with live, hands-on training...
