Wednesday, December 10, 2008

Reported James Cummings Shot In His Home In Belfast

Maine State Police said Wednesday morning that James Cummings, 29, was shot and killed by his wife, Amber in their High Street home Tuesday. Department of Public Safety spokesman Steve McCausland said the couple's 9-year-old daughter was in the home when the shooting occurred.

An autopsy was under way Wednesday morning at the state Medical Examiner's office in Augusta to pinpoint the cause of death, McCausland said. He would not comment on the number of shots that were fired, though police said Tuesday they had recovered the weapon.

Amber Cummings, 31, was interviewed by police Tuesday and was released Tuesday night, McCausland said. "The case remains under investigation", he said.

Monday, December 8, 2008

2) Many schools across the country are faced with cutting academic programs, extracurricular activities and staff. In Maine, for instance, Gov. Baldacci announced a recent $27 million cut of education funds. According to an October study from the American Association of School Administrators, two thirds of superintendents described their districts as “inadequately funded.” Between now and Jan. 15, 2009, U.S. Cellular customers who come in to any U.S. Cellular store, including participating agent locations, to activate, renew or add additional lines can vote for the school of their choice to receive $100,000.

Monday, December 1, 2008

Rocket lands in California


2)This is just a summary. Space shuttle Endeavour landed safely Sunday afternoon at Edwards Air Force Base in California, after NASA officials waved off two opportunities for the shuttle to touch down in Florida because of poor weather conditions. NASA has estimated it costs about $1.7 million to bring a shuttle home to Kennedy Space Center from California.

Harlem Superstars rock house at Mount View


Slamming home two points Friday night is Harlem Superstar Ricky "The 7-footer" Lopez. The Superstars performed at Mount View High School to benefit the Mustang cheerleaders.

1.) From thunderous dunks to hilarious costumes and basketball antics, the Harlem Superstars thrilled a near capacity crowd Friday night at Mount View High School.