After making it through a drought last year, the farmers say they rely on patience and diversity to make sure they have the goods.
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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Steady rainfall could flood Kennebec River in Somerset County on Tuesday
A Kennebec County official has also warned that flooding is possible Wednesday.
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With an aging population and more states allowing it, Maine doctors warm to idea of physician-assisted suicide
Although the bill to allow the practice currently in front of the Legislature appears headed for failure, physicians say it’s an idea whose time could come in the near future.
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Maine doctors softening stance on physician-assisted suicide
Although a bill to allow the practice appears headed for failure, physicians say it’s an idea whose time could come soon.
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Hallowell man arrested Wednesday after allegedly resisting arrest, kicking police officer
The man, 48-year-old Luke T. Sunde, allegedly ‘said some inappropriate things,’ which prompted police to speak with him.
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Litchfield, Wales, Sabattus voters OK replacing roof on Oak Hill High School with state funding
The RSU 4 board also has approved a $18.73 million budget for 2018, which is 0.37 percent less than this year’s budget total.
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Maine emergency management officials in Augusta learn from Boston Marathon bombing
A Massachusetts expert told those gathered at an annual conference in Augusta that his state has made major changes so it is better prepared for terrorist events.
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Augusta man arrested after allegedly selling heroin to confidential informant
Daniel J. Weeks, 32, has been charged with aggravated drug trafficking and violating conditions of release.
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As Maine limits opiate prescription levels, Togus aims to fall in line
The federal veterans’ health care site already has been reducing its use of the painkillers, but it’s not clear that all patients’ dosages can be lowered to the state limit.
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On 40th anniversary, Longfellow’s in Manchester eyes younger crop of gardeners
The greenhouse and gardening business will hold an open house this weekend to celebrate its 40th year in operation, as an increasing number of young gardeners have become interested in raising their own edible produce.