The Senate Republican Leader said he doesn’t approve of Nick Isgro’s claims about immigrants spreading infectious diseases and is “in the process of taking some actions,” but Isgro says he’s had “a massive outcry of support.”
Rachel Ohm
Staff Writer
Rachel covers state government and politics for the Portland Press Herald. It’s her third beat at the paper after stints covering City Hall and education. Prior to her arrival at the Press Herald in the summer of 2019, Rachel worked at the Morning Sentinel in Waterville, covering Franklin and Somerset counties, and the Knoxville News Sentinel in Knoxville, Tennessee, covering higher education. She has a master’s degree in journalism from New York University and when she’s not writing and reporting enjoys running, cooking and traveling to new places.
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Charge dropped against Waterville man who allegedly threatened Google
The Santa Clara County District Attorney’s Office said Kyle Long’s behavior was “disturbing” but did not meet the elements of a chargeable crime.
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Popular Waterville restaurant Joseph’s Fireside Steakhouse for sale for $995K
Kevin Joseph, who owns the West River Road restaurant with his business partner E.J. Fabian, said they are not in a hurry to sell and are looking for someone who values the community.
Posted inMaine, News, Politics
Opponents of Waterville bag ban appeal clerk’s determination of Colby voter registrations
An appeal filed by opponents of a controversial plastic bag ban could likely hold up the implementation of the ban as the city is asked to re-examine 75 voter registrations.
Posted inMaine, Maine Crime, News
Skowhegan driver’s ed instructor charged with sexually assaulting student
Duane Marquis, an instructor at the Skowhegan Driving School, is alleged to have had an improper sexual relationship with an 18-year-old student in Carrabec High School’s driver’s education program.
Posted inMaine, Maine Crime
Mother of Ayla Reynolds asks court for more time to serve missing father in wrongful death suit
An attorney for Trista Reynolds documented extensive efforts to locate Justin DiPietro, including the use of two private detectives, in court records asking for more time to serve him in a wrongful death lawsuit.
Posted inMaine, Maine Crime
Morning Sentinel March 13 police log
Waterville area police reports for Wednesday, March 13, 2019.
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Proposed Farmington marijuana ordinance puts limits in downtown, historic district
The ordinance regulating marijuana businesses is scheduled to go before voters at the annual Town Meeting on March 25 and has been amended after public feedback last month.
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Madison voters approve tax incentive for developer of senior living center
An agreement approved by residents Monday allows Woodlands Senior Living to retain 85 percent of its property tax payment for 15 years and put the remainder toward an economic development fund.
Posted inMaine, News
Madison to hold special town meeting on proposed TIF district
Residents will be asked Monday to approve the creation of a tax-increment financing district around the site of a proposed senior living center and enter into a tax deal with the developer.