NEWRY, Maine (AP) — Officials say two New Hampshire teenagers sneaked onto Maine’s Sunday River resort while it was closed, went sledding on a ski trail and crashed into a tree, killing one and seriously injuring the other.

Oxford County Chief Deputy Hart Daley says three people were involved in the illicit, after-hours outing early Wednesday on an inflatable tube. Sledding is not allowed on ski trails, and the mountain was closed.

Portsmouth High School Principal Mary Lyons confirmed that a senior, David Kohlhase, died in the crash, and that another student was hospitalized. Police say the third person called for help.

A resort spokeswoman said it happened on the Tempest Trail, which is steeper than most sledding hills. Part of it is rated for expert skiers, and part is rated for intermediate skiers.

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Schools

SAU 49, Wolfeboro, Ossipee – Closed

MSAD 61, Bridgton Maine – Closed

MSAD 72, Brownfield Maine – Early Release at 12:30

Businesses & Organizations

Gibson Center – All Programs Cancelled And No Meals On Wheels

Jeanne Limmer Dance Company – No 8:30 am Pilates Class

Ossipee Concerned Citizens – Closed

 

 

 

 


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CONCORD,NH – Governor Chris Sununu, House and Senate lawmakers, law enforcement leaders and crime victims gathered to show support for legislation to help crime victims.

This afternoon the Governor announced that the constitutional amendment known as Marsy’s Law could go on the November ballot.

The amendment would require prosecutors to inform victims of proceedings involving the accused and the right for them to be heard in hearings involving the release, sentencing and parole.

Attorney General Gordon MacDonald, Senate Minority Leader Jeff Woodburn, and victims of crime and their families joined Governor Sununu as he announced his support for Marsy’s Law.

The Governor said “When victims of crime find the strength to come forward and engage in the criminal justice process we must ensure that they have basic rights and protections in place. Victims of crime deserve equal constitutional rights – the same rights as defendants. No more, no less. Let’s get this done.”

Amanda Grady Sexton, Director of Public Affairs for New Hampshire Coalition Against Domestic and Sexual Violence and State Director for Marsy’s Law for All said “There is a critical imbalance that exists within the criminal justice system in New Hampshire. We are proud to be a part of a broad coalition working to clarify and enhance the rights of victims of crime.”

The law is in honor of Marsalee “Marsy” Nicholas, a California student who was killed in 1983 by a former boyfriend. The national effort is led by her brother, Dr. Henry Nicholas. A week after she was killed, Henry Nicholas and his mother crossed paths with the suspect in a grocery store. They were never informed that he was released on bail.

 

CONCORD,NH (AP) – Gov. Chris Sununu, lawmakers, police and crime victims are holding a news conference at noon about strengthening and updating New Hampshire’s rights for crime victims.

The Tuesday news conference will discuss Marsy’s Law for New Hampshire, a constitutional amendment establishing rights for crime victims.

It’s in honor of Marsalee “Marsy” Nicholas, a California student who was killed in 1983 by a former boyfriend. The national effort is led by her brother, Henry Nicholas. A week after she was killed, Henry Nicholas and his mother crossed paths with the suspect in a grocery store. They were never informed that he was released on bail.

The law would amend the state constitution to require prosecutors to inform victims or their families of developments and accord them the right to be heard in proceedings.

Rochester Police are looking to locate the man suspected of robbing Holy Rosary Credit Union in Rochester Saturday. ~ Photo Courtesy of Rochester Police

 

ROCHESTER, NH –  Police are continuing to ask the public for help in identifying a suspect bank robber.

According to Rochester Police at about 10:34 a.m. Saturday (January, 13) Rochester Police responded to the Holy Rosary Credit Union at 133 Brock St., for a reported robbery.

Police allege that a lone white male handed the teller a note, never showing a weapon, and then left with an undisclosed amount of money. The suspect then fled down Nicole Street, Police said.

 

Rochester Police say the suspect handed the teller a note, but never showed a weapon ~ Photo Courtesy of Rochester Police

 

The suspect is described as 5 feet 7 inches to 5 feet 11 inches, thin build, with brown hair and blue eyes, in his 20s or 30s. He was wearing a maroon jacket and red sweatpants.

Rochester Police are asking anyone who may have information to call the police department 330-7128 or for anonymous tips that lead to an arrest you could receive up to $1,000 cash through Rochester Crimeline by calling 335-6500.

People can also text the Rochester Crimeline at Crimes (274637) in the body write TEXT4CASH followed by the tip.

 

TAMWORTH, NH – A Tamworth man has gone missing in Guatemala. According to a go fund me page 27-year-old Justin Booska went missing January 6th while he was on vacation with a friends family.

He was last seen swimming in the Laguna De Ayarza heading toward the Laguna De Ayarza Hotel y Restaurante.

Multiple teams have been searching since Saturday including The Volunteer Fire Brigade of Guatemala, Local Police, a helicopter, the town Mayor-with a drone, Guatemalan Navy divers, and the Guatemalan Red Cross.

The family has also received support from the Office of Carol Shea-Porter particularly the Team led by Elise Britton, the US Embassy in Guatemala – Johnathan Roy, and both the Catholic and LDS Churches.

The family created a go fund me page to raise money to support the continued search efforts as well as to help reimburse those who have already given so selflessly in the community. The page has raised over 18 thousand dollars in just one day.

Those looking to help can donate to their go fund me page by clicking here.