Waterville police said they executed two drug search warrants Wednesday after a “lengthy investigation.”
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Pittsfield hires Cornell Knight as interim, part-time town manager
Knight, 68, of Bar Harbor is expected to begin the job Jan. 2, and fill the position until a full-time town manager is hired.
Two arrested at suspected Cornville illegal cannabis grow
Somerset County Sheriff Dale Lancaster said despite the monthslong gap since the last similar search warrant was executed, his office is still actively investigating illegal marijuana growing sites.
Skowhegan’s Sweet Dreams Project has Christmas gifts for 600 kids
Deb Tanner’s program has provided holiday gifts to children in Somerset County since 2016, thanks to donations from community members and businesses.
Waterville church rezoning plan sent back to Planning Board
The First Church of Waterville is requesting a rezoning of its Park Street property, but this time with an amended plan.
Waterville City Council creates task force to focus on the homeless, vulnerable
Councilors vote unanimously to create task force to recommend actions that can help vulnerable people, while also protecting businesses and all residents.
Maine assesses options after electric bus provider seeks credit protection
Several school districts across Maine have received buses from the Quebec-based Lion Electric and have reported continuing problems with the vehicles.
Augusta man pleads guilty to child sexual abuse material distribution
Nathaniel Gagne, 35, faces up to 20 years in prison and a maximum $250,000 fine.
Fairfield park gets more signs, decorations near gazebo
Among the new signs are two cutouts of Krampus, a small menorah and an atheist nonprofit’s celebration of the winter solstice.
Queen B’s Bakery soon to rule downtown Augusta
Coverage of what’s new with restaurants, food trucks and food events in central Maine.