AUGUSTA (AP) – Maine Gov. John Baldacci has administered oaths to an experienced group of judges.

The governor says that together, the four have more than 70 years of experience on the district and superior court benches. Baldacci says he looks forward to their continued service.

Sworn in Monday were Jane Bradley of Freeport as active retired judge in the District Court; Donald Marden of Oakland as active retired justice in the Superior Court; and Andre Janelle of Saco and Paul Cote Jr. of Auburn as District Court judges.

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