RSU 16 officials hold public hearing on future of elementary schools

More than 100 people from Mechanic Falls, Minot and Poland attended a public hearing Tuesday night at Poland Regional High School.

Lewiston man, 19, dies in Minot dirt bike crash

Jessie Moody was operating a Yamaha dirt bike at about 11:30 a.m. Saturday on the motocross track at Hemond’s Motocross and Offroad Park in Minot when he lost control after driving over a jump.

UMaine Farmington names spring Michael Wilson Scholars

Local students from Auburn, Farmington, Lewiston, Minot.

Wentworth Institute of Technology recognizes local dean’s list students

Worcester Polytechnic Institute recognizes local dean’s list students

Mainers charged in Jan. 6, 2021, riot at U.S. Capitol

Five Mainers were charged in the Jan. 6, 2021, riot at the U.S. Capitol. Some have been convicted, while two are awaiting further court action. 

Federal prosecutors seek prison time for former Minot man’s role in Jan. 6 riot

Glen Mitchell “Mitch” Simon is scheduled for sentencing Friday for his participation in the insurrection at the U.S. Capitol in 2021.

Former Minot resident pleads guilty to 2nd charge for role in U.S. Capitol insurrection

Mitch Simon likely to face up to 14 months in federal prison for wielding a bicycle rack against a police officer outside the Capitol.

William Ladd of Minot was once hailed as America’s ‘Apostle of Peace’

The former 19th century sea captain's writing and lectures helped spur the creation of the American Peace Society and, ultimately, the United Nations.

Maine native who wore Waterville Senior High School Panther headgear while rioting at U.S. Capitol, faces new charges

Mitch Simon allegedly threw something at embattled police and tussled with officers Jan. 6, 2021, at a barricade.