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October 15, 2025 — by Scanner Alerts Media THORNTON, N.H. — A man was seriously injured this morning in a single-vehicle crash in Thornton when a pickup truck left Route 49 and struck a tree. This report is based on emergency radio communications. Rescue crews from the Campton-Thornton and Waterville Valley fire departments were dispatched just after 8 a.m. Responders located the vehicle about 50 feet down an embankment, north of the Sandwich Notch Road turn-off. Upon arrival

October 15, 2025 — by Scanner Alerts Media At the recent annual Troop G inspection, members of the New Hampshire State Police were joined by Christian, a longtime supporter. Christian stood at attention during the inspection, spoke with Troopers and Command Staff—including Colonel Hall—and took a photo with the entire troop. Trooper First Class Janell Brown first met Christian two years ago while he was raising funds to compete in an adaptive motocross championship in Kansas.

October 14, 2025 By Scanner Alerts Media FALMOUTH, Maine — At 8:11 a.m., Falmouth Engine 2 was dispatched for smoke in the area of 309 U.S. Route 1. A large smoke column was located in the woods behind 360 U.S. Route 1. Engine 2 requested Engine 4 and Utility 5 (UTV) and advanced up a 300-foot steep dirt access road toward a cell tower with tools, water cans, and backpack tanks. Assistant Chief Colin Shea established command in the 360 U.S. Route 1 parking lot. Crews report

By Scanner Alerts Media Group – October 14, 2025 Following yesterday’s house fire in Springvale, Maine, which displaced several residents and drew response from multiple area departments, Scanner Alerts Media Group has been contacted by someone close to the affected family seeking community assistance. According to the contact, the family lost much of their personal belongings and is in immediate need of basic supplies and clothing. The Red Cross has provided three nights of

By Scanner Alerts Media Group — October 14, 2025 Scanner Alerts Media Group will soon release a series of shirts featuring original watercolor paintings by a local preteen. The artist recently experienced a mental-health crisis and had an extremely positive interaction with Rochester Police and Frisbie EMS professionals who responded. She is doing much better and making daily progress. She asked to share her message of hope and raise awareness for mental health through her ar

October 14, 2025 CONCORD, N.H. — Attorney General John M. Formella released a report following a comprehensive investigation into the July 6, 2025, murder of Marisol Fuentes in Berlin. The report confirms facts, assesses the circumstances, and identifies any issues or concerns with law enforcement or prosecutorial action related to the case. The state’s newly established Domestic Violence Fatality Review Committee will use this case for its first full systemic review. The Com

October 14, 2025 HARPSWELL, Maine — The Office of State Fire Marshal is investigating a fatal fire at 1501 Harpswell Neck Road that occurred early this morning. At approximately 4:28 a.m., the Fire Marshal’s Office was requested after Harpswell Fire Department crews responded to a single-family home for a reported fire. Firefighters conducted suppression operations and located one individual inside. The person was removed and pronounced deceased at the scene. The deceased has

October 13, 2025 PLAISTOW, N.H. — At 11:41 p.m., the Plaistow Emergency Communication Center received multiple 911 calls for an odor in the building at Shaw’s, 4 Plaistow Road. Callers reported several people feeling ill. A box alarm was struck. Within six minutes, Plaistow Engine 1 and Ambulance 1 arrived to find workers evacuating. Crews assisted with evacuation and began triage. Engine crews recorded a carbon monoxide (CO) reading of 300 parts per million near the rear of

October 13, 2025 SPRINGVALE, Maine — At approximately 2:30 p.m., Sanford Fire was dispatched to 408 Main St. for smoke and flames reported at a single-family home. Engine 1 from the Springvale station arrived first and found four occupants inside. Two escaped on their own; firefighters rescued two occupants with disabilities from the second floor. Crews located fire in the attic and worked quickly to extinguish it. All units cleared the scene at 6:00 p.m. The American Red Cro

October 9, 2025 HILLSBORO, N.H. — The Hillsboro Police Department announced the conviction of Nicholas Kemp, found guilty in Hillsborough County Superior Court North of Possession of a Controlled Drug with Intent to Distribute following a jury trial. Kemp was originally arrested in October 2024 by Hillsboro Police. At the time of his arrest, he was found in possession of 67 bindles of fentanyl packaged for individual sale and an additional four “fingers” of fentanyl. During c

October 11, 2025 RINDGE, N.H. — Rindge Fire Department crews responded to two incidents Saturday night: a brush fire on Old New Ipswich Road and a separate act of arson on Route 119. At 8:51 p.m., firefighters were dispatched to Old New Ipswich Road near the New Ipswich town line for a brush fire measuring roughly 100 by 50 feet and spreading into a wooded area. Additional resources were requested, including 26 Tanker 1, 26 Engine 2, and a brush truck from the Jaffrey Fire De

October 12, 2025 RevoCasino has partnered with the Dover Firefighters’ Charitable Association to donate a portion of its revenue over a 10-day period, October 18–27, 2025, to support local families and multiple community programs. Funds raised will benefit efforts including the Toy Bank, Operation Warm, local youth softball and baseball sponsorships, and house fire relief assistance. Community members are encouraged to visit RevoCasino between October 18 and October 27 to tak

October 13, 2025 NOTTINGHAM, N.H. — At approximately 4:08 p.m., first responders were dispatched to 150 Gile Rd for a motor-vehicle accident with entrapment. Companies on scene reported one patient with mild entrapment under evaluation. Lee companies responded mutual aid with an engine to assist. This report is based on emergency radio communications.

October 13, 2025 SPRINGVALE, Maine — Around 2:30 p.m., the Sanford Fire Department transmitted a first alarm for a structure fire at 408 Main St. First-arriving companies reported smoke showing and requested first-alarm mutual aid resources to the scene and to cover the city. This report is based on emergency radio communications.

October 13, 2025 STACYVILLE, Maine — At approximately 6:12 a.m., Troopers responded to the area of 389 Kelly Road for an ATV crash on a public way. The sole occupant, Joyce Cummings, 70, of Stacyville, was thrown from the ATV. She was not wearing a helmet. A preliminary investigation indicates the ATV was traveling on the road when items began to fall from the back, the ATV turned, and crashed. Cummings sustained severe injuries and was transported by LifeFlight to Northern L

October 12, 2025 NORTHFIELD, Maine — At approximately 9:20 a.m., a Maine Game Warden came upon a three-vehicle collision on Northfield Road (Route 192) and notified the Bangor Regional Communications Center for medical aid and emergency response. Preliminary information indicates a 16-year-old female from Northfield was driving a Honda Accord northbound and began a left turn into her driveway. A southbound black GMC pickup operated by Perin Yates, 50, of East Machias, collide

October 12, 2025 HANCOCK, Maine — Maine State Police are investigating a two-vehicle personal-injury crash that temporarily closed Washington Junction Road at Poplar Lane at approximately 8:49 a.m. Preliminary information indicates a Kia operated by Katrina Springer, 35, of Ellsworth turned left from Poplar Lane onto Washington Junction Road and collided with a Jeep operated by Amy Richards, 43, of Ellsworth, which was traveling toward Ellsworth. Springer was transported to a

October 12, 2025 WOOLWICH, Maine — On Sunday at 6:09 p.m., the Sagadahoc County Sheriff’s Office responded to a two-vehicle head-on collision on U.S. Route 1 near the southern entrance to Weston Road. A 2018 Ford F-150 crossed the centerline and collided with a 2007 Toyota 4Runner. The pickup then left the roadway. The Toyota spun and came to rest in the southbound breakdown lane with extensive damage. The Toyota was operated by Deborah Webster, 71, of Round Pond, Maine. She

October 11, 2025 YARMOUTH — At 6:47 p.m., Yarmouth Engines 81 and 82 were dispatched to Hawthorne Circle for a reported car fire not near any structures. Upon arrival, Lieutenant 820 found a vehicle within two feet of a residence and reported a working vehicle fire encroaching on the garage. Additional resources were requested, including Tower 84, Tank 83, and Falmouth Engine 4. Mutual-aid station coverage was requested from North Yarmouth and Freeport. Freeport was unable to

Credit: The Old Salt October 13, 2025 Early this morning, The Old Salt & Lamie’s Inn reported a fire in the building. According to fire officials, the fire began in the attic and was extinguished by the sprinkler system. Everyone is safe. The restaurant suffered damage to the first and second floor due to the water. The business will be closed today to allow for cleanup and assessment. The Old Salt & Lamie’s Inn thanked the local fire department, first responders, and commun