David Hench

Portland Press Herald

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August 18, 2015

FBI, Portland chief announce $20,000 reward in theft of Wyeth paintings

The two oil paintings by N.C. Wyeth were stolen from an apartment owned by Portland developer Joseph Soley in May 2013.
Published
August 17, 2015

Driver in Dayton triple fatal was repeat offender, records show

Jill Ann Theriault had multiple suspensions when she crashed Saturday, killing herself and two others.
Published
August 17, 2015

Canoeist hallucinating on Saco River charged with possession of meth, cocaine

Police take the Massachusetts man to Bridgton Hospital for treatment. He is scheduled to appear in Bridgton District Court on Oct. 13.
Published
August 17, 2015

Lincolnville fire that killed couple does not appear suspicious

Investigators say there was too much damage to pinpoint a cause.
Published
August 14, 2015

Woman recants report of being raped along Portland’s Back Cove Trail

She is being investigated for filing a false report, while police and victims’ advocates worry that the fabrication will make it harder for people who are sexually assaulted to come forward.
Published
August 14, 2015

As more people paddle in Maine, they have to be ready for hazards, authorities say

Knowledge, preparation, equipment and other strategies will help boaters handle the unpredictable marine environment.
Published
August 13, 2015

Portland police charge 3 with murdering man found dead in his Cumberland Avenue apartment

The suspects are being held without bail pending court appearances in connection with the death of Freddy Akoa, 49, of Portland.
Published
August 11, 2015

Driver in Casco crash that killed 4-year-old boy has never had a license, authorities say

Police believe speed was a factor in the accident that killed Cameron Petersen and severely injured his mother on Route 11.
Published
July 30, 2015

NFL chief’s home getting no special protection, Scarborough officials say

While the league notified the town that Roger Goodell would be issuing an unpopular decision about New England Patriots quarterback Tom Brady, the town says it didn’t promise or provide any private security.
Published
July 28, 2015

No crime suspected after discovery of body in Brunswick river

Police believe they know the identity of the man found in New Meadows River, and are trying to locate his family.