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Billy McIntire: A Maine fisherman’s life lived large ends in a sea of questions – Video

bilde billOGUNQUIT – In the life and times of Billy McIntire, it was hardly an unusual sight. Before midnight under a nearly full moon, McIntire — a consummate hard worker with a jovial reputation and a penchant for having a good time — was heading for his boat, three women and a friend in tow. In the days since his death that night, the few witnesses who know firsthand how McIntire was lost have largely remained silent or have all but left town, only fueling rumors and speculation about his final moments. more@portlandpress  11:30

Coast Guard calls off search for well known and well liked Billy McIntire

bilde bill mcintireThe search for Billy McIntire was suspended around 7:45 p.m. Friday night and the Maine Marine Patrol will resume looking for his body this morning, Drozdowski said. He said the Coast Guard’s role in the search is over, unless the Marine Patrol calls for assistance. “Everybody loves Billy. He’s funny and always around,” said Beverly Tower, one of his friends. sadly, more@seacoastonline  23:25