Peter Michaud, 70, of Waterville, was charged with aggravated driving to endanger after the Jeep he was driving Sunday on Elm Street in Waterville struck and seriously injured a woman and left another person with minor injuries, police said.
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Posted inMaine, News
Senate committee endorses Maine judge for position on Boston federal appeals court
Maine Superior Court Justice Julia Lipez was lauded for her work in human trafficking and sexual violence cases.
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Posted inHealth, Maine, News
Planned Parenthood of Northern New England facing $8.6 million deficit
The nonprofit reproductive health provider is seeking $3.4 million from Maine. The funding would go to reproductive health services that don’t include abortion.
Posted inMaine, News
Friends of Evan Gershkovich relieved to hear of his release from Russian prison
The White House confirmed that the 2014 Bowdoin College alum was freed. He had been sentenced to prison in Russia on spying charges that the U.S. said were not justified.
Posted inCommunity
Winslow’s Blueberry Festival planned for Aug. 10
Winslow’s annual Blueberry Festival is planned from 7 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 10, to Winslow Congregational Church, 12 Lithgow St. Admission to the festival grounds is free. Nearly 700 blueberry pies and “all things blueberry” baked goods will be available for sale. Blueberry pies ($15 each or two for $25) may be picked […]
Posted inCommunity
Foundation launches Cassidy’s Birthday Book Drive
A Little Free Library is a “take a book, share a book” free book exchange in communities nationally and internationally.
Posted inCommunity
National plant diagnostic conference set for Portland Sept. 9-13
To receive the regular rate, register by Aug. 16; the last day to register is Aug. 30.
Posted inCommunity
AARP members learn about Penquis Foster Grandparent Program
Maria Staples, project director for Penquis Foster Grandparent Program, was the guest speaker at the July meeting of the Greater Augusta AARP Chapter 511. The meeting was held at the Cohen Community Center in Hallowell. Penquis covers 14 counties in Maine. Staples, who has worked for Penquis for more than 30 years, gave a presentation […]
Posted inMaine, Times Record
Tiny but tough: Shelter dog on the lam for months finally safe
After months evading dog authorities, Rollie, a 13-pound mixed breed that became infamous in local Facebook groups during his great caper, was captured in Harpswell on July 28.
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West African cultural event set for Aug. 16
The upcoming West African cultural event will include both an authentic West African dinner and an African drumming performance by Chef & Music Educator Jordan Benissan.