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Apr 24 2025
Trio Arrested in Connection with Rash of Break-Ins in Orrington, Veazie
BANGOR, Maine — Three people have been arrested in connection with home invasions last weekend in Orrington and Veazie, according to the Penobscot County Sheriff’s Office. William Cushman, 22, of Brewer, Randall Cressey, 23, and Courtney Braley, 18, both of Bangor were arrested Friday in connection with five burglaries in Veazie and four in Orrington …
Apr 22 2025
Bail set at $25,000 for pair accused of stealing 9 mm handgun in nighttime break-ins
BANGOR, Maine — Two local men suspected of being part of a burglary ring that executed nighttime break-ins at homes in Bangor, Veazie and Orrington earlier this month made their first appearances before a judge Tuesday at the Penobscot Judicial Center. William Cushman, 22, of Brewer and Randall Cressey, 23, of Hampden each are charged …
Apr 22 2025
Veazie Police Officer Lauded for Saving UMaine Chemistry Student’s Life
VEAZIE, Maine — Had it not been for a Veazie police officer, a promising University of Maine chemistry student likely would not have lived to see finals, not to mention graduation day. Officer Matthew Parkhurst was on routine patrol about 1 a.m. April 4, when he noticed the taillights of a running vehicle parked in …