Winston McLeod and an accomplice broke into post offices and robbed postal carriers in central Maine, prosecutors say.
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New York woman indicted on cocaine trafficking, reckless conduct, other charges from Wilton incident
Tasia R. Jackson was indicted Wednesday on charges of aggravated trafficking in schedule drugs, reckless conduct with a dangerous weapon, driving to endanger, eluding an officer and refusing to submit to arrest.
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Susan Collins ‘shocked’ at Trump’s nomination of Matt Gaetz as attorney general
Maine’s senior U.S. senator told reporters Wednesday that ‘the president has the right to nominate whomever he wishes, but I’m certain that there will be a lot of questions.’
Posted inMaine, Politics
Biddeford lawmaker chosen as speaker of Maine House
Rep.-elect Ryan Fecteau, D-Biddeford, previously held the job, from 2020-22, before leaving office because of term limits.
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Franklin County sets public hearing on nearly $3 million unorganized territory budget
Commissioners also approved a three-year contract with a New York company for recording software for the Registry of Deeds at a cost of $43,200 each year.
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Electrical short sparks outside fire in Wilton
Firefighters were able to stop the flames from reaching dwellings.
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The Way It Was in Skowhegan: Week of Nov. 18-25
Showcasing what happened in the Skowhegan-area on this date for the week of Nov. 18-25.
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The Way It Was in Hallowell: Week of Nov. 18-25
Showcasing what happened in the Hallowell-area on this date for the week of Nov. 18-25.
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The Alna Store gains national recognition. What’s its recipe for success?
Tucked away on Dock Road, The Alna Store has drawn praise from the James Beard Foundation to The New York Times. Owner Jasper Ludwig says it is all about believing in one’s vision and fostering community.
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Alfond Youth & Community Center honors veterans with free admission through the week
The Mobile Veteran Unit will be stationed at the center from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Friday.