Terrence Talbot, who was employee with a U.S. Geological Survey office in Augusta, was initially arrested just over a year ago and faced up to 20 years in prison. He was sentenced to time-served, five years of supervised release, and $38,000 in restitution.
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Substance use disorder crisis center to be created in Kennebec County
The proposed facility would be the first in Maine to serve as both an overnight center for people in withdrawal management programs and a walk-in clinic, according to Gov. Janet Mills.
Storm brings heavy rain, power outages to central Maine
Flood alerts popped up Monday in the wake of a storm that threatened to bring heavy rain to central Maine. Over 3,000 people were without power in central Maine.
Winthrop School District one of several to report issues with new electric school buses
Two of Winthrop’s brand-new Lion Electric Company school buses have not hit the road yet because of malfunctioning windshields, Superintendent Jim Hodgkin said. Yarmouth and Vinalhaven have experienced similar problems.
Wander Pizza to return to Augusta in the new year
Under new ownership, the popular pizza place returns to Augusta after an 18-month hiatus.
Augusta councilors approve state-mandated changes to encourage more housing
The changes will allow accessory dwelling units and apartment buildings to be built in areas where they are not allowed now.
St. Michael School announces honor roll students
AUGUSTA — St. Michael School has announced the following students were named to its first trimester honor roll for the 2023-24 academic year. Grade 5 — High honors: Evan Gosselin, CoraRuth Longley, Luke Lord, Chandler Nicknair, Lucien Radonis, Brady Small and Evelyn Wallace. Honors: Arthur Dumont, Jocelyn Haskell, Michael Jaquillard, Ryder Jean, Charli McAllister, Creek […]
Waterville murderer appeals conviction, lawyer says police improperly entered apartment
Maine’s highest court hears an appeal by Nicholas P. Lovejoy, who pleaded guilty to murder in the 2019 shooting death of Melissa Sousa.
New public defender’s office up and running in Augusta
The Capital Region Public Defender’s Office started accepting appointments for indigent clients on Nov. 27
Viles Arboretum leader leaving Augusta job
Ryan Martin is stepping down as executive director of the educational conservation organization with 224 acres of woods and fields open to the public near the heart of the city.