Democrat Craig Hickman and Republicans Earle McCormick and William Guerrette Jr. have said they are interested in seeking the nomination for the District 14 Senate seat vacated when Shenna Bellows was elected secretary of state.
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Bailey Public Library’s virtual programs help keep Winthrop-area residents connected during pandemic
Programs at the library, especially the movie club, have participants looking forward to spirited online discussions with others.
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Winthrop councilors again reject liquor license for Peppers Garden and Grill
A liquor license was denied in 2019 after owner Jonathan Russell was charged with operating under the influence three times earlier in that year.
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Winthrop officials discuss publishing mask-related complaints against local businesses
Town Councilor Barbara Alexander says Winthrop’s emergency management officials should publish face mask-related complaints. Some others on the council said they were not sold on the idea.
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Winthrop High School honor roll
Students recognized for academic achievement for the first quarter.
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Winthrop man pleads guilty to charges in connection to fatal overdose in Farmington
Alexander Meader, 28, was sentenced to serve 18 months of two concurrent, five-year sentences. The sentences will be served at the same time.
Posted inKennebec Journal, Local & State, Maine Crime
Manchester man arrested following early morning shooting in Winthrop
Winthrop police say Nathan A. Woodard, 18, shot another man early Wednesday. The victim was treated for injuries that were not considered life threatening and has been released from the hospital.
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Central Maine communities rethink winter holiday celebrations
With a surge in the number of COVID-19 cases in Maine, communities and families are finding new and less risky ways to celebrate the holidays.
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Advent wreath making opportunities planned for Winthrop, Hallowell, South Portland, Scarborough, Cape Elizabeth
The Hallowell and Winthrop events will be held Sunday, Nov. 22, at two of St. Michael Parish churches.
Posted inKennebec Journal, Maine Crime
Winthrop man sentenced to 15 years for firearm
Jonathan Bowers, a convicted felon, pleaded guilty in federal court Monday to unlawfully possessing a firearm.