Brewer woman rescued from Pushaw Stream
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Melissa McLaughlin of Brewer was removed from the waters of Pushaw Stream on Wednesday after she fell out of her kayak and became trapped on a submerged branch. McLaughlin's kayaking partner and sister, Shelley Fahey, called 911 and held her in place until rescuers could arrive.
Posted June 12, 2013, at 5:45 p.m.
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