Moscow man indicted on manslaughter, other charges following deadly automobile crash

Eric Tankerley, 34, was indicated recently by a Somerset County grand jury and is expected to face charges, including manslaughter, for his involvement last year in a Caratunk crash in which two women died.

Solon wall no longer rock solid after series of thefts

Officials are trying to determine why someone over the course of several weeks has taken many of the rocks that constitute the stone wall surrounding the historic South Solon Meeting House.

Firefighters continue to check for hot spots following Moscow, Caratunk brush fire

The fire Sunday consumed more than 13 acres along Route 201, and firefighting efforts were complicated when an emergency call came in for a separate fire a few miles down the road, pulling resources away, Bingham fire Chief Scott Laweryson said.

Carrabec High School names top 10 seniors for class of ’23

Luke Carey is valedictorian, and Mliss Hem is salutatorian.

Madison recognizes top 10 seniors for class of 2023

Ashlee Clough is valedictorian, and Maci Belanger is salutatorian.

Skowhegan gives preliminary approval for ATV use on some town roads

The intention is to connect all-terrain vehicle riders to trail systems in Fairfield and Norridgewock, while increasing traffic to downtown businesses in Skowhegan, according to the president of the Skowhegan Stumpjumpers.

Paddle for Pine Tree Camp set for Kennebec, Androscoggin rivers June 3

Solon Hotel owners say listing property is smart business, not a sign they are jumping ship

The landmark hotel was listed for sale last week at $999,000, just a month after reopening, but co-owner Faith Goguen says she and her husband, Bruce, remain committed to the property as they take a long view of their business operations.

Town meetings in Somerset County in full swing as residents approve municipal budgets

Several annual town meetings were held Saturday despite the snowstorm that swept through the region, including in Anson, Cornville, Embden and Solon.

Solon man arrested after Sunday standoff with deputies

Luke Pomerleau, 42, surrendered to police late Sunday morning after a two-hour standoff, and was charged with domestic violence assault and obstructing report of a crime.