A web of shell companies and illegal grows allegedly linked to Chinese organized crime traces its start to one former Democratic legislator, his cannabis consulting business, and his chain of central Maine dispensaries.
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Posted inKennebec Journal, Maine, Maine Crime, News
Trio arrested for alleged string of wire thefts, suspected of causing $230K in damage
Suspects allegedly used a ladder, shepherd’s hook and grinder to steal communications cables from roadside utility poles.
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Posted inGirls Lacrosse, Sports, Varsity Maine
New coaches help Erskine Academy girls lacrosse get off to strong start
Alya Burke and Ashlyn Wing bring different styles to the sideline for the Eagles, who have enjoyed early season success.
Posted inMaine, News
Lincoln County woman helps save man trapped in sinking car
For years, Hannah Meneses has always had nightmares about her car going off a bridge into the water. But when she saw a car in Davis Stream in Jefferson last week, she didn’t hesitate to jump in to help the driver escape.
Posted inBusiness, Maine, News
King-backed bill would force USDA to pay farmers’ federal contracts
Despite a judge’s orders and the Trump administration’s promise to release the funding, farmers across the country, including in Maine, are still waiting for millions in federal reimbursements for agricultural conservation projects.
Posted inMaine, News
Maine Climate Council says it’s ‘not all doom and gloom’ amid concerns about federal cuts
The council working to achieve state goals to reduce climate change emissions says it is still on track despite some funding disruptions.
Posted inOn this date
March 19, 1984: Whitefield residents convene for 175th anniversary town meeting, Pittston OKs town office, and Bowdoinham community center wins passage
Visit Centralmaine.com/archive to view nearly 200 years’ worth of history at your fingertips.
Posted inCommunity
Lion’s Mane Mushroom workshop set for Nobleboro April 13
The workshop will be led by Erin and David from Tiny Acres Farm.
Posted inCommunity
Cony high, middle School lists 2nd quarter honors
Students received high honors and honors.
Posted inUncategorized
Complete our crossword of key central Maine news events from 2024
We’ve pulled the answers from some of our most read stories.