Alexander L. LaPointe, 36, is on trial on two counts of gross sexual assault, allegedly involving a child under the age of 12 in Augusta.
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Posted inMaine, Morning Sentinel
Waterville increases police pay as departments struggle to recruit, retain officers
Waterville officials hope the wage hikes will lure experienced officers at a time when fewer younger people are considering a career in law enforcement.
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Posted inKennebec Journal, Maine
Fundraiser underway to purchase 2 sculptures from Hallowell Granite Symposium
The fundraiser, led by Vision Hallowell, is already more than halfway to meeting its $20,000 goal.
Posted inMaine, News
At first in-person meeting in months, Pittsfield Town Council learns of new police hire
Chief tells councilors Tuesday night an officer working in Portland will join the Pittsfield Police Department next week, helping alleviate a staffing shortage.
Posted inMaine, Maine Crime
I-95 in Waterville closed after pickup causes crash while passing SUV in breakdown lane, police say
Northbound lanes of the interstate were shut down for more than an hour Tuesday night following the collision.
Posted inMaine, Morning Sentinel
New Madison welding center caters to students looking to learn a trade in need of workers
A welding lab was unveiled Tuesday at the Somerset Career & Technical Center at Madison Area Memorial High School.
Posted inKennebec Journal, Maine, Schools and Education
In Augusta Board of Education race, 3 candidates run for 2 at-large spots
Current board members Pia Holmes and Kevin Lamoreau face a challenge by newcomer Sergei Chaparin in the school board election.
Posted inMaine, Morning Sentinel
Oakland residents to decide on candidates running for 3 different boards
Three people will be on the Nov. 2 ballot seeking a single seat on the Regional School Unit 18 board.
Posted inKennebec Journal, Maine, Schools and Education
Chelsea-area school board votes to continue discussion around where to send high school students
Approaching nearly 10 years of using Wiscasset High School as the school “of record” for RSU 12’s high school-aged students, Superintendent Howie Tuttle asked the board if they would like to continue the relationship.
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Kennebec broadband group aims to expand high-speed internet in 6 towns
The Western Kennebec Lakes Community Broadband Association, which is on track toward becoming a nonprofit, consists of representatives from Fayette, Leeds, Mount Vernon, Readfield, Vienna and Wayne.