The raid on River Road in Anson followed a monthslong investigation into the sale of crack cocaine and fentanyl from the residence, Somerset County Sheriff Dale Lancaster said.
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Fairfield church names new pastor
Fairfield United Methodist Church welcomes Brenda E. Haskell as its pastor. Though she has always felt a calling for the ministry, she was told at an early age that women are not ministers. After graduating from Winthrop High School, she attended the University of Southern Maine for arts education. Several years later attended the University […]
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New chapter unfolds at Colby College as the arts take flight with $95 million facility
The Gordon Center for Creative and Performing Arts is poised to open soon as the latest investment over several years to transform the college and city into a cultural destination.
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With eye toward planned transmission project, Albion residents OK moratorium on utility lines, corridors
Residents approved the measure at a special town meeting Monday in a vote that’s in response to the Aroostook Renewable Gateway Project.
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Skowhegan Craft Brew Festival to have more river views on tap Sept. 2
SKOWHEGAN — On Saturday, Sept. 2, more than 1,000 attendees from New England and beyond are expected to gather downtown for the annual Skowhegan Craft Brew Festival. The festival will feature one key difference this year — it will take place overlooking the Kennebec River. One of the only festivals in the state to feature […]
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AwanaClubs children’s ministries to begin Sept. 6 in Waterville
WATERVILLE — AwanaClubs children’s ministries for ages 2 through sixth grade is scheduled for 6-7:30 p.m. every Wednesday beginning Sept. 6 at Kennebec Valley Baptist Church, 91 Marston Road. “Our Awana ministry trains the next generation to be lifelong disciples of Jesus. We do this under the philosophy that an effective disciple belongs in the […]
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Eight people, most from Waterville and Winslow, arrested on drug charges following investigation
Most of the eight were taken into custody over the last week and authorities say they were responsible for trafficking in drugs both in the Waterville region and along Midcoast Maine.
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Man whose body was found on Winslow riverbank was caring person who fell into addiction, father says
John Lessard Sr. said Tuesday that his son, John Lessard Jr., also was a gifted athlete and outdoors enthusiast, but one that ultimately was unable to overcome drug addiction.
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Waterville hospice to offer 2 support groups starting in September
WATERVILLE — Hospice Volunteers of Waterville Area has two upcoming support groups. The General Grief Support Group is scheduled from 6-7:30 p.m. Tuesdays starting Sept. 5. A Partner Loss Group is slated from 6-7:30 p.m. Wednesdays starting Sept. 6. Both groups will be in person at the Hospice Volunteers of Waterville Area Community Center at […]
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Madison schools to participate in breakfast, lunch programs
All students will be served breakfast and lunch at no charge.