About a dozen people have gathered each Tuesday since October to decorate the Fairfield History House, also known as the Cotton-Smith House, in time for a Christmas in Maine open house planned for Saturday and Sunday from 3 to 6 p.m. The house, owned by the Fairfield Historical Society, is located at 42 High St. in Fairfield. All photos by Morning Sentinel staff photographer Rich Abrahamson.
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Pittsfield to hold recount for at-large council seat
Two candidates in the race, Heather Donahue and Lindsay Holmstrom, were separated by just seven votes following balloting earlier this month.
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Posted inKennebec Journal, Maine, Maine Crime
Augusta police cruiser was unlocked and running, with AR-15 rifle inside, when stolen, according to court documents
Kyle King, 27, who reportedly took the cruiser from the Augusta police station, contacted a dispatcher from the Shaw’s Plaza, where a Farmington family said it had a confrontation with him. There is no indication King attempted to use the rifle, which was secured with a gun lock.
Posted inMaine, Morning Sentinel
Photos: Santa comes to Kringleville in Waterville
Santa Claus took time away from busy operations at the North Pole to meet with children Sunday at Kringleville in Waterville and hear what they want for Christmas. All photos by Morning Sentinel staff photographer Rich Abrahamson.
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Waterville police chief retires Wednesday; city looks to reassess department’s operations
Chief Joseph Massey has been with the Police Department for 36 years, 15 as chief, and city officials are seeking a successor who might oversee an overhaul of policing in Waterville.
Posted inKennebec Journal, Maine, Maine Crime
Police: Whitefield couple charged in separate cases involving market burglary, gun threat
Rylie Cowette and Casey D’Orio, both 19, were arrested Friday after deputies searched their home on Beech Lane, officials say.
Posted inKennebec Journal, Maine
Residents, pets escape uninjured from Augusta house fire
Firefighters from several communities fought the blaze Sunday afternoon on Blueberry Hill Lane in Augusta.
Posted inBusiness, Maine, Morning Sentinel
Winslow rage room a sign of growing interest in destressing through destruction
The new business at 470 Cushman Road allows customers to let loose, taking sledgehammers to televisions and small appliances, shattering glass and even destroying memorabilia from former companions. The operators say it is a workout and a great way to relieve stress.
Posted inKennebec Journal, Maine, Maine Crime
Augusta police cruiser stolen, suspect arrested following confrontation at parking lot, officials say
The cruiser, reportedly stolen from the police station parking lot, was used by man during an incident at Shaw’s Plaza.
Posted inMaine, Morning Sentinel
Parade of Lights returns to Waterville and Winslow
As the Parade of Lights returns to Waterville and Winslow after a two-year hiatus, the parade will be led by grand marshal Mark Huard, a longtime volunteer.