Christopher Maurer, 45, was arrested Wednesday and charged with seven counts, including assaulting officers with a deadly weapon.
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Winner of $1.35 billion Mega Millions jackpot claims prize
The winner remains anonymous after coming forward through a company that acted as a legal representative.
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Posted inKennebec Journal, Maine, Morning Sentinel
Somerset County cuts 911 answering service for Kennebec County, citing staffing challenges
Kennebec County officials are now considering what steps they can take to fill the gap in emergency communications after Somerset County commissioners voted to not renew contracts with 16 communities across northern and western Kennebec County.
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Sen. Angus King caught up in ‘Twitter Files’ controversy
Records released by Twitter CEO Elon Musk show that in 2018 Sen. Angus King flagged over 350 ‘suspicious’ social media accounts, including those that mentioned his Republican opponent, Eric Brakey.
Posted inBusiness, Maine, News
Right to Repair ballot initiative petitions approved by Maine secretary of state
The issue will go before voters in November unless the Maine Legislature approves it this session.
Posted inMaine, News
Group recommends the state reestablish parole and other early prison release options
The Commission to Examine Reestablishing Parole in Maine recommended state lawmakers also consider reviving a state-funded institute from the 1970s that regularly reviewed and revised Maine’s sentencing laws.
Posted inKennebec Journal, Maine
Hallowell sets public hearing for controversial pesticide ordinance, approves first reading
The hearing is set for March 13, after which the ordinance will need a second and third reading before approval.
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Study finds health risks, care gaps for Down East fishermen
Harvesters in an industry with so many injuries have little time or finances to visit doctors, and the result can be self-medicating that leads to substance abuse.
Posted inMaine, Morning Sentinel
Thaws in December and January lead to poor ice fishing season
Many people were out ice fishing Sunday at China Lake, Lake George and other locations, but fishing south of Augusta was not so good, given unfavorable ice conditions.
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Police, prosecutors, Maine National Guard can do more to help sexual assault victims, AG says
Attorney General Aaron Frey released a report to lawmakers this week outlining how allegations of sexual assault and harassment within the Maine National Guard are investigated.