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Published
March 9, 2023

Mount Vernon man arrested for allegedly threatening woman with knife during robbery of Augusta Walmart

Preston Garrett Caron, 19, allegedly pulled out and opened a pocket knife at Walmart and was charged by police with robbery, criminal threatening with a dangerous weapon and theft.
Published
March 9, 2023

Two men arrested in Waterville following monthslong drug investigation

Acting Waterville police Chief Bill Bonney said the seizure of cocaine, crack, crystal methamphetamine, fentanyl and heroin put "a significant dent in the drug trade in our community."
Published
March 9, 2023

State offers support services to furloughed workers at Puritan Medical Products in Pittsfield

State and local officials are looking to assist the 251 employees furloughed by Puritan after the company saw a decrease in demand for the medical swabs it produces.
Published
March 9, 2023

Vienna votes for broadband authority, adds to proposed budget

At its Town Meeting, residents unanimously approved setting up guidelines and oversight of the town-owned high-speed broadband network that could deliver reliable internet service to every home in Vienna.
Published
March 8, 2023

Security stepped up at old Kennebec County courthouse after threats, safety concerns

Visitors to the historic building that houses Kennebec County District Attorney's Office and Probate Court office are now being screened by security.

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Published
March 8, 2023

Justice orders demolition of downtown Gardiner building damaged by fire

Maine Superior Court Justice Thomas McKeon ordered the demolition Wednesday of 235 Water St. after Gardiner city officials evacuated the adjacent building in February after fears of its catastrophic failure.
Published
March 8, 2023

Culvert project on Webb Road in Waterville nears completion as $12.8 million bridge project project progresses

Part of Webb Road to close April 3 for about 18 months to allow the Maine Department of Transportation to replace two bridges on Interstate 95.
Published
March 8, 2023

Richmond voters select inaugural school committee members following separation from RSU 2

Residents also approved $40,000 for start-up costs for the district during a special election Tuesday.
Published
March 8, 2023

Skowhegan man indicted on arson, attempted murder charges related to October apartment fire

Neil T. Maclean, 63, has been indicted by a Somerset County grand jury on two counts of arson and one count of attempted murder after he allegedly tried to kill himself and his wife in a fire.
Published
March 8, 2023

Gifford’s outlines temporary production plans following fire at Skowhegan facility

Gifford's Ice Cream announced its plans Wednesday to get "back to business" with four production partners until repairs are made to their Skowhegan facility.