Police and experts say they are looking for reasons behind the high death count, which could be linked to nicer weather and more people out walking as it gets darker earlier.
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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Norridgewock board accepts town clerk’s resignation
The Board of Selectmen is looking to appoint an interim town clerk until an election can be held in March to fill the position.
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No comments at hearing on Anson mass gathering ordinance
The ordinance is up for final approval at a special town meeting next week, along with an article that would fund payment of unanticipated legal and auditing fees.
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As Skowhegan apartment building faces foreclosure, residents wonder where they’ll go
The owner of Springhouse Gardens, a Silver Street building for low-income seniors, owes more than $1 million to the U.S. government and thousands in taxes and is for sale.
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Madison Electric seeking bids on solar project
The publicly owned utility company in Madison is proposing a 4-megawatt solar farm in the Madison Business Park.
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Madison Christmas Celebration scheduled for Saturday
After a number of events were canceled last year because of rain, organizers hope for a good turnout and lots of fun this year.
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Waterville pet adoptions, Sugarloaf skiing instead of Black Friday shopping for some
Instead of waiting in line at stores, some opted for alternatives at the Humane Society Waterville Area and Sugarloaf.
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Communities gather at Thanksgiving meals in Oakland, Cambridge
The two meals, both free and open to the public, drew crowds for good food and camaraderie on Thursday.
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Anson residents to consider changes to mass gathering ordinance
A public hearing on proposed changes to the town’s mass gathering ordinance is scheduled for Tuesday, and a special town meeting will be held Dec. 8.
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Silver Street Tavern building cited for historic preservation efforts
The building, as well as Augusta’s Campbell Barn, the Unity Food Hub, the former Hallowell Granite Works and the Cony Flatiron renovation, are among those on the 2015 Maine Preservation list.