An ‘American Idol’ contestant, tainted weed, fentanyl deliveries and local government controversies — and so much more — helped define 2024 in central Maine.
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Stan McGray, of Skowhegan’s Stan’s French Fries, dies
McGray’s business, Stan’s French Fries, was a staple at fairs and festivals across Maine.
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Norridgewock business receives new American flag
Thanks to the Daughters of the American Revolution, Lambert’s Auto Body has a new American flag on display.
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Cornville member of Skowhegan-area school board resigns
Julian Payne, elected to the Maine School Administrative District 54 board of directors in 2023, said he was frustrated with procedures and had personal differences of opinion.
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.
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Norridgewock, MSAD 54 likely to take legal dispute to state
At issue in recent months has been whether Valerie Coulombe of Norridgewock, an elected member of the school district’s board of directors, can serve on the board because she works at a bus company contracted by the district.
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Mercer home destroyed in Friday morning fire
The home on Trista Lane completely burned down, while neighboring rental homes remained unscathed, officials said.
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Thomas College names alumna to board of trustees
Watson is the youngest trustee in the college’s history.
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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.
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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.