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How one Lewiston family commemorated the mass shooting anniversary
The Strouts gathered on Oct. 25 to remember their husband, son, father and brother, Arthur ‘Artie’ Strout one year after he was killed.
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Chesterville man killed crossing Main Street in Farmington
Based on review of traffic camera footage and statements from several witnesses, no charges are anticipated, Police Chief Kenneth Charles said.
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Hinckley museum joins Museum Store Sunday event Dec. 1
Every purchase directly supports the museum’s programs, exhibits, and local economic growth, making it an ideal choice for purposeful holiday shopping.
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Forest Hills High School names October students of month
JACKMAN — Kaidence Clowry of Moose River, a freshman, was selected as Forest Hills High School’s student of the month for October. Selection was based on the following Habit of Mind criteria: Maintaining a Growth Mindset, according to a news release from the high school. Magdalyn Correia of Jackman, a sophomore, was named October’s Random […]
Posted inElection 2024, Maine, Morning Sentinel, News, Politics
Why are so few Mainers running for local office?
Voters Nov. 5 will find that many communities are having trouble filling municipal positions. Age, apathy and growing vitriol from the public are leaving their mark, officials say.
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Clinton man accused of murder in Waterville shooting death denied bail
Richard Hatt is accused of shooting Stephen Killam 14 times.
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Lincoln County Dems to host political journalist Nov. 14
The Lincoln County Democratic Committee is set to host political journalist Kevin Miller for a post-election analysis and discussion at the organization’s final meeting of 2024 at 7 p.m. on Thursday, Nov. 14. Participants can join in person at the committee’s 2024 Campaign Headquarters, 27 River Road in Newcastle, or via Zoom. Miller covers government, […]
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Winthrop society to host talk about trolley park Nov. 14
Phil Morse’s talk will highlight the history of the electric railways that served Winthrop from 1902-28 and will also feature the history of the trolley park known as Island Park (1903-1959)
Posted inElection 2024, News, Politics
Democrats have had a 6-year run in control of the Maine State House. Is it about to end?
A look at historical swings in the Maine Senate and House of Representatives shows it only takes a handful of seats to shift political power at the State House.