Charles Manning, 74, was charged with assault and obstruction of government administration.
Charles Eichacker
Charles Eichacker covers crime and general news in the Winthrop area, but his side interests include health, politics, culture and the outdoors. A Maryland native, he first came to Maine in 2004 to attend Colby College. After several years away, including a stint teaching English in China for the Peace Corps, he returned in 2014 for a job at the Ellsworth American. He started writing for the Kennebec Journal in spring 2016. An Eagle Scout and sometimes karaoke singer, his short term life goals include running a marathon, growing tomatoes and playing “Ziggy Stardust” on guitar.
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Winthrop Council sending $10.98 million school spending plan to voters, going against school board
Citizens will vote on the new proposal at a later date, after rejecting an earlier proposal in June.
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Winthrop school officials propose cuts to administrative pay and hours
After a spending plan was rejected by voters, the School Department will present a reduced proposal to the Town Council on Wednesday night.
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New effort highlights dangers of lead poisoning in Augusta, Hallowell, Gardiner
Standards implemented in September show the need for more children to be tested to be sure they are not being exposed to lead paint dust in older homes.
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Two cars collide at U.S. Route 202-Main Street intersection in Winthrop
Ongoing construction work at the intersection is part of a redesign that’s intended to reduce the number of accidents there.
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West Gardiner man hurt when bicycle hits car in Hallowell
The man, who was wearing a helmet, went flying into the car’s back window, smashing it out, police said.
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Hallowell police charge man with animal cruelty after he allegedly left dog in hot car for 30 minutes
Police say the windows were open a bit but the car’s inside temperature was around 100 degrees.
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Father and son fishing trip in Augusta yields unusual catch — a rusty Remington rifle
Augusta police aren’t sure who the rifle belongs to, but they know it was not reported stolen.
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Medical Examiner: Chelsea man shot at least 3 times outside West Gardiner home
State police haven’t announced whether they’ll file charges following the June 17 shooting.
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Travis Mills holds grand opening of lakeside retreat for wounded veterans in Rome
The retreat is designed to provide handicapped veterans with a relaxing place to stay with their families.