The operation was the second time in recent weeks that agents reportedly detained several immigrants working at Backyard Farms in Madison.
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Somerset County group secures NECEC funds for broadband improvements
The $4.2 million, from a 2019 agreement related to the controversial power corridor project, will support efforts to improve internet access and infrastructure.
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Somerset SnowFest kicks off with week of winter activities in Skowhegan
The annual event began with a carnival and fishing derby at Lake George Regional Park and leads into Skijor Skowhegan next weekend.
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Federal agents detain 17 workers in Skowhegan, witness says
Agents stopped a busload of workers heading to Backyard Farms in Madison early Tuesday, the driver said.
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Police: Tomhegan man who threatened ‘shootout’ arrested peacefully after standoff
The Maine State Police tactical team was called to assist the Somerset County Sheriff’s Office due to threats the man was reportedly making.
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Somerset County commissioners deny paved road access for ATV riders in The Forks
The debate, which began in September, underscored officials’ desire to balance economic development and public safety.
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Somerset, Waldo counties agree to new jail boarding contract
Officials from both counties called the agreement to hold Waldo County’s inmates at the Somerset County Jail a win for their respective budgets.
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See which county jails in Maine have agreements with federal agencies
Several of the state’s county jails have contracts to hold federal detainees, including, under some agreements, those taken into custody by immigration authorities.
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Madison man to serve 3 years as judge tosses drug charges over discovery issue
A judge took issue with the Somerset County Sheriff’s Office’s apparent failure to turn over cellphone evidence in the case against Noah Weeks, who pleaded guilty to fleeing police and hiding in a tree.
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Somerset County commissioner vacancy filled by former selectman
A caucus of municipal officials chose Don Skillings of Madison to fill the vacant District 2 commissioner seat after considering four candidates.