The animal appeared to have a short arrow in its back but took off on Water Street before police could catch it.
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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Waterville councilor Lessing reflects on time in office
The former Ward 3 councilor said her decision to move to Iowa was not influenced by the recent atmosphere in city politics.
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MIFF heads into final weekend in Waterville
A student film and video showcase, a Maine filmmaker forum and the closing night film and ceremony are in store before the Maine International Film Festival draws to a close.
Posted inBusiness, Maine
Verso announces upgrades at Jay mill, focus on specialty papers
The company said it is looking to “reposition 100 percent of the Androscoggin Mill’s production to serve specialty paper and packaging markets.”
Posted inMaine
Farmington plans to install downtown security cameras
The Farmington Police Department will be asking local businesses to volunteer their buildings and wireless internet for the cameras to work.
Posted inMaine
UMF fitness center director dies of cancer
Jim Toner worked in Waterville city government for years before going to UMF, where he founded an outdoor recreation program and a canoe and kayak race.
Posted inMaine
Franklin commissioners set date for TIF workshop
At a meeting Tuesday, the commission also approved a memorandum for superior court renovations scheduled to start later this week.
Posted inBusiness, Maine
CMP touts benefits of power line project in Farmington
A public meeting drew about 100 people, many of whom voiced opposition with signs and stickers against the project.
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CMP to hear Franklin County questions, concerns about proposed power line
A meeting Monday at Mt. Blue High School will give Franklin County residents and elected officials a chance to ask questions about the proposed New England Clean Energy Connect project.
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Waterville Housing Authority bans smoking on its properties
Some tenants are upset about the change, but the agency says policies like theirs are not uncommon and are intended to benefit residents.