Prosecutors dropped most charges against the three arrested in the December 2023 incident, which prompted a heavy police response and area schools and businesses to lock their doors for hours.
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Standish man agrees to serve 30 years in plea deal after jury deadlocks
Brandon Libby, 37, faced one count of murder in the death of Amanda Brown. But the jury couldn’t reach a verdict after deliberating for 2 1/2 days and Libby agreed to plead guilty to manslaughter.
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Wilton police chief reports staffing struggles
Two officers are on medical leave and there are two open positions.
Posted inBusiness
Augusta mental health organizations join forces
Kennebec Behavioral Health and Crisis & Counseling Centers have joined together.
Posted inBusiness
Ocean State Job Lot holds Augusta store grand opening
AUGUSTA — Ocean State Job Lot recently held a grand opening for its Augusta location at 42 Whitten Road. The ribbon-cutting ceremony was attended by Augusta Mayor Mark O’Brien and Ocean State Job Lot personnel. Festivities also included complimentary caricatures, photos with Santa, giveaways and a live broadcast with DJs from Cruisin’ 93.5. Located in […]
Posted inMaine, Morning Sentinel, News
Maine rivers don’t flood despite heavy rain, high winds
The overnight storm caused power outages and canceled schools, but there was minimal flooding.
Posted inBusiness
Healthy Communities of the Capital Area in Hallowell names new hire
Sarah Sims plans to contribute to building a healthier, more resilient food system for Maine.
Posted inMaine, News, Politics
CEO killing renews call to ban ghost guns in Maine
Similar bills restricting untraceable firearms have failed in the Democratic-controlled Legislature, but the political ground has shifted since last year’s mass shooting in Lewiston.
Posted inCommunity
Extension calendar celebrates farming with local art
All proceeds from the sales will support the Maine Agricultural Mediation Program and its efforts to assist farmers and promote sustainable agriculture in Maine.
Posted inKennebec Journal, Maine, Maine Crime, News
Augusta man arrested following search of Spring Street home
Police executed a search warrant early Thursday in a residential neighborhood, seizing narcotics and contraband.