Firefighters from multiple departments were called to Bonny Eagle High School in Standish Friday morning after heavy smoke was reported in the building. The Standish Fire Department was called to the school on Saco Road around 9:30 a.m. for reported smoke on two floors of the building. Mutual aid was requested from other local departments, […]
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Ice-fishermen see 'crazy' season ahead
STANDISH — While recent subzero temperatures have sent chills through the Lakes Region, some local ice-fishermen aren’t complaining. “If it’s wintertime, it might as well be cold,” said Chris Erickson of Gorham while jigging for togue on Sebago Lake this week. Erickson and Mike Ferron, also of Gorham, said they hauled their ice-fishing shack onto […]
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State police investigate infant's death in Standish
Maine State Police are investigating the death of an infant in Standish, but said the death does not appear suspicious. Investigators will await the results of an autopsy, which has not been scheduled, said Steve McCausland, a spokesman for the state police. The seven-month-old boy was found unresponsive this morning, he said. The Cumberland County […]
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Schoolhouse Arts presents 'Dracula'
STANDISH — As families in the Lakes Region prepare for Halloween, the Schoolhouse Arts Center is getting a head start on the spooky season. From Oct. 6 through Oct. 15, the center will present “Dracula,” based on Bram Stoker’s memorable gothic novel. Performances are Friday and Saturday at 7:30 p.m. and and Sundays at 2 […]
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Schoolhouse Arts Center announces 'Dracula' cast
STANDISH — The Schoolhouse Arts Center announces the cast for the fall 2017 production of “Dracula.” The Schoolhouse Arts Center is proud to announce its cast for the fall 2017 production of “Dracula.” This show is directed by Danny Gay and assistant directed by Chris Roberts, both board members and avid thespians of the theatre. […]
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‘Plaza Suite’ coming to Schoolhouse Arts Center
STANDISH — Schoolhouse Arts Center will present “Plaza Suite” on three consecutive weekends from April 21 to May 7. Under the direction of Jerry Walker, both suffering and slapstick get their due in this classic and much-loved Neil Simon comedy. In Suite 719, not-so-blissfully wedded couple Sam and Karen revisit their honeymoon spot to try […]
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Police investigate two deaths in Standish home
STANDISH — Maine State Police are investigating the deaths of a husband and wife, whose bodies were found inside their Standish home. Police say they found the bodies of 65-year-old Donald Cragin and his 55-year-old wife, Sandra Lee Cragin around noon Tuesday. Police emphasized that the public is not in danger. Investigators haven’t said how […]
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19-year-old Standish driver dies after losing control, hitting tree
STANDISH (AP) — Authorities say a 19-year-old driver has died in Standish, Maine, after he lost control of his car and it hit a tree. The Cumberland County sheriff’s office says Trey James, of Standish, died at the scene from injuries early Thursday. He had been traveling south on Cape Road in Standish when lost […]
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A troubled teenager, a tragic end
Collette Boure’s family shares their story to help others. The family of a Standish girl who died last month in a car crash in Oklahoma is hoping their story and that of their emotionally troubled daughter will shed light on the difficulties teenagers face and let other struggling families know they’re not alone. The challenges […]
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Buxton man dies in Standish accident
STANDISH — Authorities say a driver has died after veering off a road hitting a tree. The Cumberland County Sheriff’s Office says 46-year-old Steven LaCourse, of Buxton, died at the scene of the crash on Monday. LaCourse was traveling south on the Ossipee Trail when he left the road, crossed a lawn and hit a […]