The state’s ambitious multiyear investigation into PFAS contamination from sludge-based fertilizer is not yet halfway done, but costs are mounting as new federal protections arise from mounting scientific evidence of potential human health risks.
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Fairfield woman charged with illegal drug trafficking
Marissa Grover, 22, of Fairfield was staying in a rental unit when authorities found evidence of illegal drug trafficking activities, officers said.
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Posted inLocal & State, Maine Crime
Central Maine arrest log: Jan. 4-10
Augusta- and Waterville-area arrests for Jan. 4-10, 2025.
Posted inLocal & State, Morning Sentinel, News
Skowhegan home damaged by fire
Two dogs and a cat died, but no injuries to residents or firefighters were reported, a fire official said.
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Fairfield council newcomers win leadership seats
Three councilors, including newly elected Timothy Martin and Matthew Tulley, joined forces Wednesday to oust incumbents.
Posted inKennebec Journal, Local & State, Maine Crime, News
Clinton man indicted for allegedly shooting woman in neck
Andrew L. Fertig told authorities he’d made the biggest mistake of his life and didn’t want the woman to die. He faces attempted murder charges, among others.
Posted inKennebec Journal, Local & State, Maine Crime, News
Searsport man sentenced for shooting into vehicle in Winslow
Steven G. Pratt is to serve more than 4 years after one gunshot came within inches of striking a driver’s head.
Posted inLocal & State
Fairfield man struck and killed by tractor trailer on I-95 ramp
State police say it appears the man was trying to cross an off-ramp when he was hit by the truck.
Posted inLocal & State, Maine Crime
Central Maine arrest log: Dec. 21-27
Augusta- and Waterville-area arrests for Dec. 21-27, 2024.
Posted inKennebec Journal, Local & State, Morning Sentinel, News
Christmas Day fire destroys Clinton home
The cause of the fire, which was reported by a neighbor, is under investigation by the Maine Office of State Fire Marshal.