Merrill Memorial Manor, a former home turned nursing home, is falling apart on Dresden Avenue in Gardiner.
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16 years, 17 homes: Chelsea killings show flaws in Maine’s child welfare system
Family members raised concerns about the teen’s mental health for years. The state wouldn’t, or couldn’t, help.
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Rangeley Independence Day fireworks set for July 2 and 3
The fireworks shows in Rangeley and Oquossoc will be bigger than ever for the nation’s 250th anniversary, organizers say.
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Enough of Maine’s legislative mismanagement | Letter
The wheels of state government have not been running smoothly.
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Obituary: Charlene (Robertson) Bridge
AUGUSTA – Charlene Robertson Bridge, 87, passed peacefully at Maine General Medical Center with family by her side.
She was born and …
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Obituary: Charlene M. (Leblanc) Smith
SKOWHEGAN – A Celebration of Life for Charlene M. (Leblanc) Smith will be held on Saturday, May 16, at 11 a.m. …
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Obituary: Eugene Baker
VENICE, Fla. – Eugene Gregory “Gene” Baker, 78, passed away peacefully on April 30, 2026, in Venice, Fla., surrounded by his …
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Obituary: Colleen M. Berry (Leighton) Patterson
AUGUSTA – Colleen M. Berry (Leighton) Patterson died Jan. 22, 2026. The burial is being held at Maine Veterans Cemetery Chapel …
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Death Notice: Charlene (Robertson) Bridge
Bridge, Charlene (Robertson) 87, in Augusta. Visit 4 p.m., May 12, Knowlton & Hewins Funeral Home, Service 2 p.m., May 14, …
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Obituary: Donna Mae (Kimball) Phillips
AUGUSTA – Donna Mae (Kimball) Phillips transitioned peacefully, entering the arms of her lord and savior on April 26, 2026. When …