Town Council approves changes to union contract that are meant to spur hiring for the Police Department, which has been short-staffed since the spring.
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Pittsfield officers, their ranks depleted, expressed concern for their safety days before violent arrests
Three officers who signed and sent out a letter last Wednesday argued that current staffing is inadequate.
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Man arrested after he ‘head-butted and sucker-punched’ Pittsfield officer, police say
Michael Antonino, 40, of Pittsfield “head-butted and sucker-punched” Officer Michael Cray, who was treated for minor lacerations. according to police.
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Pittsfield woman arrested following robbery at restaurant
A Pittsfield woman remained in jail Sunday after she reportedly robbed a downtown Pittsfield restaurant Saturday, according to police.
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Fire leaves Pittsfield family with 4 children without home
Cause of Monday morning fire at manufactured home remains under investigation, according to firefighters.
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Cheese festival, a cheerful and tasty affair, returns to Pittsfield
After taking a hiatus last year because of the pandemic, the Maine Cheese Festival returned to Manson Park.
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After a year off, Maine Cheese Festival returns to Pittsfield
The Maine Cheese Guild will host the festival Sunday at Manson Park and will hold two separate sessions in an effort to prevent overcrowding.
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Rep. Collamore announces resignation from Pittsfield Town Council
At-Large Councilor Amanda Collamore said Tuesday that she will step down but remain on the council until the end of the year, in part to help finalize the town budget.
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State Police: Driver arrested after 120 mph chase from Pittsfield to Clinton in stolen car
Kirk Grover led police on a high-speed chase that reached speeds of 120 mph after a trooper initiated a traffic stop on I-95 near Pittsfield, according to a release from Maine State Police.
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Scouting plans signup programs for September
The following communities plan to hold Scouting signup programs in September. Cub Scouting is a family-centered program built on fun while teaching lifelong values. Youth may join at any level. AUGUSTA (West Side) — A “Touch a Truck with Cub Scout Pack 684” event is scheduled from noon to 4 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 25, at […]