Officer Chelsea Merry is recovering following the incident Friday in which a Newport man twice fled from Merry in his vehicle before she tracked him down and used pepper spray to subdue the man and take him into custody.
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Home2 Suites hotel planned for Armory Road in Waterville
The Waterville Planning Board later this month is scheduled to review informal plans for a Home2 Suites by Hilton on 2 acres near Main Street and Interstate 95.
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Police: Driver who crashed into Winslow home suffered medical event, fell unconscious
The SUV driven by William Haiss of China came to rest Monday inside a first-floor room and Winslow police Chief Leonard Macdaid said Haiss suffered only minor injuries and that no one was in the home at the time.
Posted inKennebec Journal, Life & Culture, Maine
Swine & Stein Brewfest returns to Gardiner on Saturday
The annual event, put on by Gardiner Main Street, draws people from around central Maine and New England for the Oktoberfest-style celebration featuring local and regional beer, spirits, wines, music and games in the city’s historic downtown.
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Vehicle leaves China Road before hitting, entering Winslow house
It does not appear the driver was seriously hurt Monday, and it was not clear what had caused his small SUV to careen off the road and into the house.
Posted inKennebec Journal, Maine
West Gardiner fire that killed person was likely accidental, investigators say
Officials await results of DNA testing to confirm identity of adult whose body was found inside destroyed building.
Posted inMaine, Morning Sentinel
Waterville council to discuss better ways to connect downtown to riverfront
The City Council plans to hold another public input session Tuesday to discuss what the downtown needs, this time focusing on connecting City Hall, Castonguay Square and the downtown to the riverfront.
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Home destroyed, no injuries in Brighton Plantation fire, official says
Fire crews from eight communities respond to blaze Sunday, and its cause remained under investigation Monday, according to Athens fire Chief Brett Strout.
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Churches around the region celebrate St. Francis of Assisi with blessing ceremonies for pets
Churches across the state held blessing of the animals ceremonies this weekend, in celebration of St. Francis of Assisi’s feast day. Central Maine saw many ceremonies, including at St. Michael Catholic Parish in Augusta and St. John the Baptist Church in Winslow.
Posted inKennebec Journal, Maine, News
Proposal to open Chipotle Mexican Grill in Waterville follows closure in Augusta
The Augusta Chipotle closed in July after workers sought to form a union, and company officials said they were unable to adequately staff the restaurant.