After four hours of discussions, Augusta city officials reached agreement on a nearly $87 million spending plan for the city and its schools; the final vote with come at the Augusta City Council business meeting scheduled for May 16.
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Update: Augusta man arrested following 8-hour standoff with police in Sidney
Marlon Cloutier, 33, was arrested at a relative’s house and taken to the Kennebec County Correctional Facility in Augusta, where he was to be booked on warrants and several charges, officials said.
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Posted inCommunity, Maine, Morning Sentinel
Waterville Elks Riders to host Spring Blessing of the Bikes on Saturday in Vassalboro
The event, which raises money for local charities, includes a free meal (donations accepted) and an open house for viewing antique vehicles, in addition to the blessing of motorcycles and Jeeps, performed by an ordained chaplain.
Posted inMaine, Morning Sentinel, News
Somerset County Superior Courthouse in Skowhegan to get $45 million replacement
The Superior Courthouse is to be replaced with a three-story, 30,000-square-foot addition to the District Courthouse across the street, which the Maine Judicial Branch says is necessary to upgrade the facility built in 1873 and increase efficiency.
Posted inMaine, Maine Crime, Morning Sentinel, News
Ever have $2 million in illegal drugs sent to your house by mistake? Someone in Winslow did.
Police are investigating the shipment of the potent synthetic opioid, which has a street value of up to $2 million.
Posted inMaine, Morning Sentinel, News
Oakland residents approve $8 million budget at town meeting
Some residents questioned the town’s plans to buy three police cruisers and 11 rifles, as well as about $30,000 in funding for local conservation organizations.
Posted inMaine, Morning Sentinel, News
Waterville City Council debates proposed $62 million budget
Four people spoke during a 15-minute public hearing on the proposal, and councilors later spent a good amount of time discussing the budget.
Posted inMaine, Morning Sentinel, News
Second water main break in 5 days reported in Waterville
Kennebec Water District officials say Tuesday’s break at the entrance to the Shaw’s Plaza shut down water service to customers on both sides of Kennedy Memorial Drive from the Shaw’s Plaza west to the Irving gas station at the top of the hill.
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Augusta man sentenced to 2 years in prison for strangling woman
Damion E. Sidelinger-Hanson, 30, pleaded guilty to a series of charges, including domestic violence aggravated assault and criminal threatening with a dangerous weapon.
Posted inMaine, Maine Crime, Morning Sentinel, News
Unity man held on bail after arrest for allegedly shooting at forest ranger
Sharod D. Parker, 38, was arrested on a charge of reckless conduct with a dangerous weapon as a result of the incident, which drew a heavy response from law enforcement Monday afternoon.