Maine State Police, working in conjunction with the Texas Rangers, arrested James Helms on Sunday at a home in Waldo County.
April 2019
John Cariani returning home to star in ‘Almost, Maine’
The Presque Isle-raised actor and playwright with an active Broadway career will star in his popular play next winter at Portland Stage Company.
New era in Japan to be called ‘Reiwa,’ or pursuing harmony
The current Heisei, or achieving peace, era will end with Emperor Akihito’s abdication on April 30.
China hires new code enforcement officer
Matthew Rewa, 34, began on Monday; he will transition to the town’s main code enforcement officer after Paul Mitnik, who currently holds the position, retires within the year.
Biden team blasts ‘trolls’ amid scrutiny over behavior
His aides strike more aggressive tone as the former vice president faces scrutiny over past behavior toward women.
U.S. House Republican leader assails ranked-choice voting in Maine
Republicans in Augusta and Washington are trying to stymie or repeal a voting method they say helps Democrats like Jared Golden.
Kennebec Journal Girls Basketball Coach of the Year: Karen Magnusson, Maranacook
New coach guided Black Bears back to playoffs after four wins in three seasons.
Large storm expected to sideswipe Maine with some snow
With an April storm, snow accumulation is dependent on how heavily it falls.
3 sentenced for dealing drugs in Augusta, Waterville
In separate cases, two New York men and a Hallowell man were deemed guilty of dealing illegal drugs.