Jessica Byrn-Francisco pleaded guilty Tuesday to a misdemeanor charge of reckless conduct in court as part of a deal with the prosecution to drop felony-level charges.
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Bail set at $7,500 for Randolph man arrested on drug charges after shooting
Eric C. Cooper, 35, arrested after an investigation into a shooting uncovers cocaine, fentanyl, cash and weapons, police say.
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Maranacook Community High School resumes in-person learning following COVID-19 outbreak
No new cases of COVID-19 reported Monday at the school, but seven staff members are still sick.
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Gardiner officials weigh options, costs for Cobbossee Trail development
Two alternatives have been developed for extending a recreational trail west from downtown Gardiner along Cobbosseecontee Stream, but more work is needed before city officials can choose the option they prefer.
Posted inKennebec Journal, Maine, Maine Crime, Morning Sentinel
Randolph shooting leads to arrest and drug seizure
A 42-year-old man was injured early Saturday morning in a Randolph home where police later found cocaine and fentanyl.
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China student earns Erskine Principal’s Award
Mackenzie Roderick of China, a senior at Erskine Academy in South China, has received the 2022 Principal’s Award. The award, sponsored by the Maine Principal’s Association, is given to recognize a high school senior’s academic excellence, outstanding school citizenship, and leadership. Roderick is a consistent high-honors student in a highly competitive academic program that includes […]
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Maine-ly Harmony women’s barbershop chorus invites singers
Maine-ly Harmony women’s barbershop chorus is back rehearsing together and preparing for its upcoming competition and convention in Westborough, Massachusetts. The women will be competing against other choruses throughout New England and Canada, according to a news release from the chorus. Chorus members, all vaccinated against COVID-19, plan to meet from 6 to 8:30 p.m. […]
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Maine hunger 5K walk to return, in person, April 23
AUGUSTA — The 2022 Feed ME 5K Walk to End Hunger in Maine, hosted by Maine State Credit Union, is planned as an in-person event scheduled for 9 a.m. Saturday, April 23, at the YMCA entrance of the Kennebec River Rail Trail. “Although it will be a lower-key version this year, we are excited to […]
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Hallowell-area board of directors approves new school superintendent, advances Richmond’s withdrawal
Matt Gilbert was hired in October as the assistant superintendent for Regional School Unit 2, but after former Superintendent Tonya Arnold resigned in February, he stepped up as acting superintendent.
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Winthrop boaters say they were unfairly targeted by mooring ordinance
The ordinance, which went into effect Thursday, prohibits those who do not own shorefront land from setting anchor in town waters.