Rangeley Police Richard Caton IV is asking that anyone who may know something about the case to call Franklin County dispatch at 207-778-6140.
Maine
Maine news from the Kennebec Journal and Morning Sentinel.
Benton man sentenced for helping friend set fire to Waterville duplex
Devon J. Pomelow, 24, pleaded guilty to helping Aaron Pelotte, 27, of Cornville set fire Jan. 29, 2023, to the building occupied by five people.
Maine casino inspectors vote no confidence in head of gambling unit
They say Milton Champion has fostered a toxic workplace, refused to negotiate with their union and circumvented the Maine Gambling Control Board.
Belgrade home raided for illegal marijuana operation back on market for $388,000
Police say more than 1,500 cannabis plants were seized and one man was arrested at 24 Guptill Road in January. Now, the refurbished four-bedroom home is listed for sale.
China residents to vote on high-voltage power line ban after citizens’ petition
Residents will decide in November whether to enact a temporary ban on constructing high-voltage power lines, nearly a year after a controversial proposed renewable energy project was put on hold.
Jay fire destroys apartment building, injures 3 firefighters
The occupants escaped safely from the apartment building at 6 Jewell St. Two firefighters received minor injuries related to heat and one received an elbow injury and were treated and released at the scene.
Trump made frequent stops in Maine during past campaigns. Will any candidates visit this year?
The Republican made 5 trips to the state in 2016 and ended up splitting Maine’s electoral votes for the first time. This year’s efforts have been much quieter, though that could change.
Brunswick passes unprecedented PFAS resolution calling for action after spill
The Town Council calls for ‘comprehensive and immediate action’ to address public safety concerns after 1,450 gallons of toxic firefighting foam were spilled at Brunswick Landing last month.
Waterville fire chief leaving to become state fire marshal
In a surprise announcement Tuesday night, Waterville City Manager Bryan Kaenrath told the City Council that fire Chief Shawn Esler will be leaving his position Oct. 3 to become the new state fire marshal.
Pingree campaigns for Harris by contrasting her health care plans with Trump’s
The 1st District Democrat says a second Trump presidency would result in cuts to Medicare and Medicaid, more attempts to repeal the Affordable Care Act, and a potential national abortion ban.