Some industry members say the conviction of Lucas Sirois puts legitimate cannabis businesses at risk. Prosecutors say law-abiding operations have nothing to worry about.
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Preparing home-cooked meals can be expensive. Here are some ways to save.
Whether it is due to the cost of goods or inability to access benefits, food insecurity is a reality of life for many.
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Border agents apprehend record number of people in Maine illegally
The individuals arrested in fiscal 2025 came from 46 countries, according to Houlton Sector Maine of the U.S. Border Patrol.
Posted inLocal & State, Maine Crime
Rangeley businessman Lucas Sirois found guilty on all 8 charges in marijuana case
Lucas Sirois was convicted Tuesday evening after a four-day trial in U.S. District Court in Bangor, while his father, Robert Sirois of Farmington, was convicted of one charge and acquitted of another.
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Where to find free Thanksgiving meals and food boxes in Maine
Community meals and food distributions are planned in communities across the state ahead of the holiday.
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New era, same feel as Maine’s Class S basketball teams get head start on 2025-26 season
Monday was the first day teams in the new class for small schools were eligible to begin practicing for the upcoming season.
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Bail revoked for alleged leader of illicit Farmington marijuana operation
A federal judge ordered Lucas Sirois to be held in custody after he allegedly retrieved firearms and made threats while awaiting trial.
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Attorneys for alleged head of Farmington pot operation take aim at prosecutor’s motion, witness
Attorneys for Lucas Sirois say he did not violate his bail conditions when he picked up firearms from a residence last week.
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Alleged ringleader in illicit Farmington pot operation obtained firearm, made threats, officials say
Prosecutors say Lucas Sirois, 45, of Rangeley, who is set to go to trial next week, violated his bail conditions.
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Northern Franklin County prepares to feed those facing a potential loss of SNAP benefits
From a newly built food pantry at Mt. Abram High School in Salem Township to food drives, individuals and organizations are responding to help their neighbors.