Abdirahman Haji-Hassan was convicted of killing Richard Lobor in 2014, after Lobor tried to intercede in an argument.
March 2017
$1.1 million from one of Maine’s largest pot busts goes to law enforcement agencies
The money is linked to a $9 milllion marijuana growing operation that was raided in 2009.
LePage nominates acting education commissioner to permanent position
Robert Hasson Jr. has been acting commissioner since November.
McDonald’s blames anti-Trump tweet on a hacked account
The rogue tweet that called Trump ‘a disgusting excuse for a president’ and mentioned tiny hands has been taken down.
Website connects local volunteers with Kennebec Valley nonprofits
Any organization with a 501(c)3 status can create a profile, recruit volunteers and establish a growing volunteer base to support its mission.
Paul Ryan’s troubled health care bill approved by House Budget Committee
Three Republican members of the committee broke ranks and voted against the legislation.
‘Young at Art’ to open Saturday
An opening reception is planned for 11 a.m.-3:30 p.m. at Harlow Gallery.
Justin Trudeau, Ivanka Trump catch Broadway musical that celebrates Canadian compassion
The musical tells the true story of how residents of a small Newfoundland town opened their homes to some 7,000 airline passengers diverted there on 9/11.
Expanded MedAccess program available
Program for Franklin County residents that need help saving money on prescription medications.
Hope’s Place session to begin March 29
Program serves youth ages 3-18 and their parents or caregivers.