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Staff Writer

Dylan Tusinski is an investigative reporter with the Maine Trust for Local News' quick strike team, where his stories largely focus on money, drugs and government accountability. He has written about international drug trafficking rings, Maine's housing crisis, political polarization and much more. He previously worked for the Morning Sentinel in Waterville from 2023 to 2025. When he's not on the clock, Dylan can often be found at the nearest Grateful Dead cover band show or minor league hockey game.

Local & State, Morning Sentinel, News

Maine’s medical marijuana would have testing mandate under new bill

by Dylan Tusinski January 17, 2025January 19, 2025

The state’s medical cannabis market does not require testing for chemicals or mold. Industry groups are pushing back against the bill.

Local & State, Morning Sentinel, News

Gardiner man killed in I-95 crash, near Sidney, police say

by Dylan Tusinski January 16, 2025January 16, 2025

The driver, Philip Marson, 69, died early Thursday after his pickup truck veered into the median strip, according to officials.

Local & State, Local Government, Morning Sentinel, News, Politics

Winslow councilors move to repeal public safety department

by Dylan Tusinski January 14, 2025January 15, 2025

Without public input, Winslow councilors took the first vote to dismantle the department less than two years after it was formed.

Local & State, Maine Crime, Morning Sentinel, News

Man in custody after fire destroys Winslow mobile home

by Dylan Tusinski January 14, 2025January 14, 2025

The state fire marshal is investigating after a fire was set late Monday at a mobile home in Winslow.

Local & State, Morning Sentinel, News

Maine youth ice hockey is losing players. No one is sure how to stop it

by Dylan Tusinski January 10, 2025January 13, 2025

The number of youth players in Maine is down 15% over the last 20 years.

Central Maine Eats, Food & Dining, Kennebec Journal, Local & State, Morning Sentinel, News

1950s-style diner faces uncertain future after Augusta Denny’s closes

by Dylan Tusinski January 7, 2025January 7, 2025

In Central Maine Eats, city officials say there are no current plans for the distinctive diner building in Augusta; its parent company is closing 150 underperforming restaurants nationwide.

Local & State, Morning Sentinel, News

After a contentious 2024, Winslow town councilors, officials share their resolutions for 2025

by Dylan Tusinski January 5, 2025January 6, 2025

Multiple resignations, social media scandals and alleged ethical violations plagued the Town Council in 2024. Some municipal officials said their New Year’s resolution is to change that in 2025, while others aim to prioritize policy.