It was back to school for most students in the greater Franklin County area.
2019
RSU 56 prepares for 3rd budget vote
An informational meeting and vote is set for Sept. 10; the validation referendum is at town polling stations Sept. 17.
Former Lewiston cop’s drug history could compromise court cases
The illicit drug use by former police officer Nicholas Meserve appears to have affected two criminal cases, including an attempted traffic stop of Norman ‘Bo’ Thompson of Mexico.
Maine man plans to appeal sentence for killing Augusta pedestrian with car
Andrew Bilodeau is sentenced to serve 10 years in prison with all but 1 year suspended for hitting and killing Emile Morin of Augusta.
Two men escape Albion ATV crash with minor injuries
Cameron Callahan, 19, and Dillan Torrez, 19, flipped the ATV they were riding on when they rounded a corner in Albion on Tuesday.
Broadband advocates hope for another chance at state bonding
Supporters of public funding for high-speed internet are disappointed, but not deterred, by the failure of a $15 million bond this legislative session.
Hurricane’s Cafe & Deli closing in Greene
Hurricane’s Cafe & Deli in Greene is closing, with its last day Aug. 31.
Bedderrest Mattresses & Furniture to close all three Maine stores
Bedderrest Mattresses & Furniture is closing three stores, in Auburn, South Portland and Topsham, after 28 years.
Telstar High School announces 3rd trimester dean’s list, high honor roll
BEHEL — Telstar High School has announced its dean’s list and high honors students for the third trimester. Dean’s List Grade 12: McKinley Braley, Sarah Cannon, Alivia Chappie, Selina Creelman, Hannah Evans, Brooklin Gordon, Abby Harrington, Kaitlee Killam, Brad Lessard, Matthew Lavoie, Brooke Richardson, Victoria Skillin and Toby Walker. Grade 11: Elizabeth Cowles, Kory Crockett-Harrington, […]
Suspect who told police they wouldn’t find him is arrested
Sumner Knowles was wanted by police for allegedly strangling another man.