Prosecutors had sought the 55-year sentence for the Fairfield man, who shot his wife and buried her body in his parents’ backyard.
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Fairfield residents to vote on $5.2 million budget Monday at Town Meeting
Residents also will have a chance to weigh in on the proposed $26.5 million budget for SAD 49 the following day.
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Lawrence High School honor roll
Students recognized for academic achievement for third quarter.
Posted inLocal & State, Maine Crime
Police say suspected cop-killer got black eye during arrest, defend controversial photo
A widely circulated image of John D. Williams shows him with a black eye sustained during his arrest Saturday and has generated some backlash on social media.
Posted inLocal & State, Maine Crime
Suspected police-killer John D. Williams may have ‘snuck up’ on slain corporal
A newly released police affidavit suggests a moment of happenstance during which Cpl. Eugene Cole was conducting a routine check on Williams, who had duffel bags and a bullet-proof vest at 1 a.m.
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How more than 200 officers from federal, state and local departments worked to find John Williams
Search for suspect in fatal cop shooting lasted 4 days over difficult, marshy terrain near Norridgewock-Fairfield border.
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Massive Fairfield solar project gets DEP approval
The project, being built by NextEra Energy, will cost $30 million and produce 20 megawatts, enough to power 3,000 homes.
Posted inLocal & State, Maine Crime
Friend: Suspected police killer was ‘paranoid,’ had bullet-proof vest right before shooting
John Williams, 29, of Madison, remained at large Friday as authorities continued to hunt for the suspect for a third day, and Sheriff Dale Lancaster again implored him to “surrender peacefully.”
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Annual Mid-Maine Chamber awards ceremony recognizes Waterville area individuals, businesses
The 55th annual event recognized community leaders for their contributions to the region.
Posted inCops & Courts, Local & State, Maine Crime
Fairfield man accused of stalking girlfriend in Industry
Mitchel MacArthur was arrested and charged with domestic violence stalking.