Daniel P. Safranec, operator of Simple Twist Cannabis Co., was arrested following the execution of two search warrants Wednesday.
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What to do at Winslow’s 54th annual blueberry festival
The Winslow Congregational Church’s free festival, which raises money for the church’s humanitarian efforts, is set for Aug. 8-9, with live music, arts and crafts, a lawn sale and plenty of blueberry baked goods.
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Somerville tax collector sues fellow officials over records request
Jon Amirault alleges that members of the Somerville Municipal Broadband Board withheld records, but town officials say he has access to all the records already.
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Police raid Madison cannabis shop that judge had ordered closed
The execution of the search warrant came after a judge ordered Simple Twist Cannabis Co. to close and pay thousands in civil penalties for its lack of licenses.
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Owner of The Red Barn passes Augusta restaurant on to nephews
The Red Barn will stay in the Benedict family, while offering all of the same fried, tasty seafood.
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Augusta Downtown Alliance director leaving after just over one year
The organization said Jeremy Ashlock is leaving on good terms, and that it is seeking a new leader.
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Why is the water on Cobbosseecontee Stream so low?
Some residents are concerned about lower-than-usual stream levels, but officials say there’s no reason to worry.
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Sappi finishes Skowhegan mill’s $500 million paper machine overhaul
The company announced Tuesday it finished the conversion and expansion of Paper Machine No. 2 at its Somerset Mill, saying production will ramp to full volume in 2026.
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Winthrop among first towns in Maine to consider AI policy
Winthrop’s draft policy, based on recommendations from the Maine Municipal Association, addresses security and privacy.
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Skowhegan’s recent elections were impacted by conservative PAC money
Revive Home Town Maine PAC, led by two county commissioners and funded by a conservative nonprofit, spent thousands of dollars supporting three select board candidates.