William Lashon, who worked as a projectionist at the Pittsfield Community Theater, died after electrical wiring sparked a fire on Friday, authorities said.
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Public ice skating rink moves to recreation center in Skowhegan
An opposition group lists complaints on a Facebook page, but the Parks and Recreation Department cites costs, amenities, and the new site’s location in residential area with children to justify the move.
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At Skowhegan’s Eaton Mountain, opening day arrives with fresh snow despite setbacks
Recent storms forced Eaton Mountain staff to delay the official opening for skiing, snowboarding and snow tubing by a couple of hours Tuesday.
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Skowhegan plow truck goes up in flames for Christmas
A Skowhegan municipal plow truck was likely destroyed after it burst into flames while being used during Monday’s snowstorm.
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Holiday cards sent to Margaret Chase Smith on display at Skowhegan library
The former U.S. Senator was sent thousands over the years, including some from prominent people — and she answered every one.
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At Central Maine Wreath company, booming business leads to higher wages
The large holiday-season industry seems to be having a good year, especially so for those employed as ‘fir tippers’ bringing in the balsam harvest.
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State police investigators return to Skowhegan in search for missing woman
Tina Stadig, 40, of was last seen locally in May and was reported missing by family members on July 4.
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State police, wardens join search for Skowhegan woman missing last 6 months
Tina Stadig, 40, who relatives say suffers from mental illness, was last seen locally in May and reportedly at a Bangor homeless shelter in July.
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Skowhegan selectmen, residents of Moody Street reach agreement
The street will be plowed and sanded in the winter under the terms of a public easement.
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Annual Skowhegan Holiday Stroll celebrates 25th year
Scheduled events include a parade Friday night with Santa Claus arriving on a firetruck, roasting marshmallows, horse-drawn wagon rides and fire hula hoops.