Police found more than 350 grams of heroin and/or fentanyl, methamphetamine, a loaded 9mm gun and more than $2,000 in cash.
2022
Posted inMaine, Uncategorized
Former partners detail abuse by man sought in death of girlfriend in Acadia
Two women who dated Raymond Lester about a decade ago say he was emotionally and physically abusive. They came forward after Lester was charged in the death of his girlfriend, Nicole Mokeme, 35, last week in Acadia.
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Posted inLewiston-Auburn, News, Schools & Education
New seafood options in Auburn schools make a splash
The Auburn school district is one of seven in New England recognized with the Gulf of Maine research institute’s inaugural Local Seafood Spirit Award for serving students local fish.
Posted inLewiston-Auburn, News, Schools & Education
Longley school partially reopens, cleanup is ongoing
On Tuesday, students and staff in Lewiston’s adult education program were in the building for testing, according to Superintendent Jake Langlais. The NextSTEP side of the building has not yet been reopened.
Posted inBusiness
Instagram hides some posts that mention abortion
In some cases, it’s requiring users to confirm their age before letting them view posts offering information about the procedure.
Posted inMaine
Former candidate Eliot Cutler, facing child porn charges, sells Portland home
The former Maine gubernatorial candidate is free on bail after being charged with 4 counts of possession of sexually explicit material of a child under 12.
Posted inLocal News, Rumford Falls Times
Peru students receive bikes for reading books
PERU — Twenty-eight new bikes were presented to students on June 3 in the Books for Bikes program established by Dirigo Elementary School. Students in grades prekindergarten through four earn a ticket for reading or being read to and every ticket increases their chances of receiving a bike, Principal Charlie Swan said. Eight […]
Posted inLewiston-Auburn, Maine, Maine Crime, News
Former Auburn police officer revives 2 men after apparent drug overdoses
Gary Boulet, with the Bureau of Capitol Police in Augusta, was alerted to two unresponsive men in a car near an Augusta hospital.
Posted inRumford Falls Times
Sons of Italy monument dedication on Thursday
RUMFORD — As a celebration of the contributions the Italian people have made to this area, the dedication of a Sons of Italy monument will take place on Thursday. Club member Jim Rinaldo said the event will take place at 11 a.m. at the site, next to the Muskie Memorial near the Rumford Information […]
Posted inLocal News, Rumford Falls Times
McPhee named Dixfield’s Distinguished Citizen
DIXFIELD — Bob McPhee was named the Dixfield Distinguished Citizen at the Board of Selectmen’s meeting on June 27. McPhee, who was nominated by Jon Holmes, was selected from four candidates for recognition for his contributions to the community. Other candidates were Lauren Hebert, Library Director Corina Lee and current Boston Post Cane recipient […]