Jason Hewett, 39, of Augusta, is charged with eluding an officer, domestic assault and manslaughter, following a standoff of more than four hours that closed Route 3 between Churchill and Bolton Hill roads in both directions.
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‘This was their base’: Police say gang responsible for dozens of violent crimes in 7 states had apartment in Gardiner
Federal authorities in Pennsylvania, in announcing indictments against the “Fentanyl Robbery Gang,” say the group used dating sites to connect with victims, then would drug and rob them.
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Ralph’s Café in Brooks targeted with bomb threat after owner jokes about Trump shooting
The threat came days after the cafe’s owner, Frank Champa, received backlash from right-wing influencers for an inflammatory social media post regarding the attempted assassination of former President Donald Trump. State Police say the threat was a hoax.
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Industry woman dead after single-vehicle crash in Anson
Valerie Hoyt, 58, crashed her vehicle off Starks Road in Anson Monday evening, according to the Somerset County Sheriff’s Office.
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Skowhegan man who ran over woman with vehicle in Bingham sentenced under plea deal
Ryan Paul Mann, 43, was sentenced in connection with three charges stemming from the November incident, which left a woman with serious injuries.
Posted inKennebec Journal, Local Government, Maine
Pittston Select Board withholding road commissioner’s pay until he meets to discuss his job performance
Road Commissioner Sam Snow has been at the center of municipal controversy over the past year regarding the services he provides the town.
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Big G’s Deli in Winslow closes permanently after 38 years
Big G’s was a staple for decades in Winslow and much of central Maine, known for its expansive menu, large portions and homemade white, wheat, rye and pumpernickel breads used for sandwiches.
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Four-vehicle crash in Jefferson sends 3 people to hospitals
Three people suffered serious injuries, with one having to be taken by a LifeFlight of Maine helicopter to Maine Medical Center in Portland.
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Shop offering sustainable products from local vendors to open Tuesday in downtown Oakland
Neecko Dugas’ business, My Boho Life at 58 Main St., is also expected to offer classes on a variety of topics, including wellness, reflexology and reiki.
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Salute to cinema underway at 27th Maine International Film Festival in downtown Waterville
MIFF, which opened this weekend, runs through Sunday, July 21, and offers more than 100 films.