James E. “Ted” Sweeney, 64, was convicted of murder of his girlfriend in 2019 and was sentenced to 38 years in prison.
Donna M. Perry
Staff Writer
Donna M. Perry is a general assignment reporter who has lived in Livermore Falls for 30 years and has worked for the Sun Journal for 20 years. Before that she was a correspondent for the Livermore Falls Advertiser for five years. She covers Franklin County courts, police and spot news. She also covers police and spot news in northern Androscoggin County and town governments of Jay and Livermore Falls. In her spare time, she spends time with her family, including three grandchildren, and relaxes by reading books.
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Franklin County officials set online meetings for comment on proposed strategic plan
Residents and businesses are asked to attend the meetings Nov. 13 and 14 to discuss the future of Franklin County.
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Chesterville man killed crossing Main Street in Farmington
Based on review of traffic camera footage and statements from several witnesses, no charges are anticipated, Police Chief Kenneth Charles said.
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Jay residents to consider amending marijuana ordinance
The amendment would change the 200-foot setback requirement from property lines and the minimum 5-acre parcel to cultivate or manufacture marijuana.
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Land conservation, access organization open nearly 3,000 acres to public in Madrid Township area
The 2,666 acres acquired by the Bureau of Parks and Lands in May is now open to the public to enjoy for recreation purposes including, fishing and hunting, snowmobiling and hiking.
Posted inMaine Crime, News
New York man’s bail set at $25,000 cash in Jay shooting
Christian Meyers, 21, of Manhattan is charged with elevated aggravated assault, receiving stolen property, reckless conduct with a firearm and sexual abuse of a minor.
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Man fatally shot by Franklin County deputy in Phillips
Officials say the man refused to put down his gun and then raised it toward a deputy.
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Wilton to seek estimates for restoring gravestones in town cemeteries
Several stones that had toppled over were stood up and more need to be done.
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Jay reopens 2 roads heavily damaged by flooding last year
Sections of Macomber Hill Road and Begin Road were closed to through traffic for 16 months.
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Update: New York man accused of shooting Jay resident in the leg
Christian Meyers, 21, of Manhattan, New York, was charged with, among other crimes, elevated aggravated assault.