Two of the men named by the regional governing body of the Catholic order were accused of abuse that occurred during their time at the high school in Portland.
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January 2019
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Jared Golden assigned to House Armed Services Committee
Freshman U.S. Rep. Jared Golden, a 36-year-old combat veteran of the U.S. Marine Corps, has been tapped to serve on the House Armed Services Committee, a perch that could help him preserve Maine jobs at Bath Iron Works. The panel oversees the funding of the American military and is considered a plum assignment for members […]
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Broadway legend Carol Channing dies at age 97
She delighted audiences in ‘Hello, Dolly.’
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Nordic skiing: Emma Charles, William Jordan win at icy Hornet Classic
TURNER — Ice was the main concern of skiers Saturday morning at Leavitt Area High School, to which many of Maine’s nordic skiers flocked for the Leavitt Hornet Classic. In what was some skiers’ first classical nordic race of the season, the temperatures were in the single-digits and the hills in Leavitt’s course were covered […]
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Senators recognize Richard Davis
FARMINGTON — Town Manager Richard Davis was recognized Friday for being named the 2018 Manager of the Year. Carlene Tremblay from Senator Susan Collins’ office presented Davis with a letter of congratulations from the senator. “Keep up the good work,” Tremblay said. Ben Tucker presented Davis with a proclamation from Senator Angus King. “Senator Angus King […]
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Axel receives protective vest
FARMINGTON — K9 Axel of Farmington Police Department is the latest recipient of a protective ballistic vest through Maine K9 Vests, a non-profit organization run by the Robichaud family of Oxford. Wayne, Nicole and Justin Robichaud presented the personalized vest to Axel and his handler, Officer Michael Lyman on Friday, Jan.11. A K9 first aid kit, […]
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Some lawmakers pushing for Cabinet-level position to address opioid crisis
The Legislature will debate multiple proposals to create a specific position, and Gov. Janet Mills has said she plans to appoint an opioid czar as well.
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Constance L. Lessard
GRAY – NEW GLOUCESTER – Constance L. Lessard, 82, of Gray – New Gloucester, passed away Thursday Jan. 10, 2019, at her home with her loving family by her side.
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Benjamin Stephen Knight
LEWISTON – Benjamin Stephen Knight, 73, of Raymond, died suddenly and unexpectedly on Thursday, Jan. 10, 2019, at St. Mary’s Regional Medical Center.
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Arthur J. Caron Sr.
LEWISTON – Arthur J. Caron Sr., 79, of Lewiston, passed away suddenly on Jan. 5, 2019, due to various health issues.