Melissa Reardon, who performed at the festival last year, will take over for founding artistic director Jennifer Elowitch later this year.
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Medical examiner to determine cause of death in Skowhegan fire
The body of William Lashon, 53, was found Saturday inside his home at Harvey’s Mobile Home Park off Route 150.
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Saco man killed in Mount Desert crash Sunday
The SUV he was driving slid on ice into oncoming traffic on Route 102, police say.
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Sens. Collins and King to feds: Keep oil and gas drilling away from Maine coast
In a letter Monday to Interior Secretary Ryan Zinke, Maine’s senators say the risks of environmental and economic damage outweigh any potential benefits.
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Skowhegan man charged with theft for not completing roof job
Gary Page was arrested by state police after taking money to replace a roof but never returning to do the work.
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Chelsea man held on stabbing charge
Damon Peacock is being held on $50,000 bail for alleged assault and other charges.
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Fire crews from a dozen towns battle Canaan blaze Monday
A neighbor who called 911 said no one was home when the fire broke out around 1:30 p.m.
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Bail set for Phippsburg man charged with attacking his mother and her companion
James Bowker, 34, is accused of severely beating his mother and stabbing the man.
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Franklin County Broadband Initiative to present plan for internet access
Plan would provide each of 22 towns a choice of internet speeds and corresponding implementation costs.
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Maine lawmakers continue debate over Pine Tree Development Zones
The tax-break program for businesses is set to end this year, but a pending bill would extend it to 2023, despite a legislative report raising concerns about a lack of accountability.