Authorities charged a Farmingdale man with operating under the influence after his car crossed the centerline and hit the commercial vehicle carrying bees.
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Hallowell officials, residents discuss plans for police department at former fire station
Artifex Architects & Engineers of Bangor presented a conceptual design for a potential city police station in the former fire station during a Monday public hearing.
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Race for Augusta mayor pits former longtime councilor against current at-large councilor
Mark O’Brien and Marci Alexander are vying to become Augusta’s next mayor and replace David Rollins, who is not seeking reelection.
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Augusta City Council draws 5 candidates among 2 contested races in upcoming election
Voters will decide a two-way race, pitting incumbent Kevin Judkins versus newcomer Alyssa Wingate, for Ward 2 council, while three candidates, who each would be new to the council, are vying for one at-large spot.
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Manchester club recognizes yearly spirit award winners
The Manchester Lions Club recently hosted the 2020/21 Spirit of America Foundation awards event. Honorees included: • Kaleb Pushard for his involvement in Manchester’s annual tree lighting and light displays; • Carol Dudley for her work with the North Manchester Meeting House Association and the Manchester Historical Society; • Shelia Knowles, an active member of […]
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Skowhegan library to host lecture by U.S. ambassador
SKOWHEGAN — Pamela White is scheduled to be the speaker for the 2021 Margaret Chase Smith Library Leeke-Shaw Lecture on International Affairs, to be held from noon to 1 p.m. Friday, Oct. 29, via Zoom. The event is cosponsored by the Mid-Maine Global Forum. White had a long career as a diplomat. Following graduation from […]
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Waterville community center to host ‘Trunk or Treat’ open house
WATERVILLE — Alfond Youth & Community Center plans to host a Trunk or Treat open house from 3 to 5 p.m. Sunday, Oct. 31 in the parking lot and facility at 126 North St. The Halloween event is for all ages and abilities. Those who attend are encouraged to wear their best costume, visit up […]
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Augusta council to vote on appointing city’s first female manager
Susan Robertson, 62, has served as the city’s acting manager since September, after longtime City Manager William Bridgeo retired.
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Woman reportedly robs Big Apple store in Augusta, police say
Officials say female suspect escapes with an undisclosed amount of money early Monday after robbing a convenience store at 36 Stone St.
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Richmond Town Office closes temporarily due to COVID-19 contacts
Town manager encourages residents to use online services for town business after Town Office employees come into close contact with a person who tested positive for COVID-19.