Fentanyl is sometimes referred to as the “instant death,” an official from the Maine Department of Health and Human Services said Friday.
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Posted inSports
NFL notebook: Patriots receiver Jakobi Meyers among top free agents
New England’s Jakobi Meyers is rated by some as the best receiver available in free agency.
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Posted inLewiston-Auburn, Maine Crime, News
Auburn man sentenced in crash that amputated jogger’s leg
Mason Perez was given a fully suspended sentence of four years, but will be under house arrest for nine months.
Posted inRiver Valley, Rumford Falls Times, Schools & Education
Nature exploration program at Mexico school more than outdoor math and science
Meroby Elementary School was awarded the 2022-23 School of the Year by the Maine Environmental Education Association.
Posted inLewiston-Auburn, News
Lewiston council to ‘reaffirm commitment to protocols’ after discussions on mayor’s role
The ‘proclamation’ comes in response to an earlier proposal that would’ve limited the mayor’s ability to comment on council items.
Posted inMaine, Nation / World, Politics
Maine lawmakers renew push for faster work permits for asylum seekers
Efforts dating to 2015 have failed to gain traction in Congress, stalling in the polarized debates over immigration reform and border security.
Posted inSports
Before Patrick Mahomes vs. Jalen Hurts, there was Doug Williams
Williams, who in 1988 became the first Black quarterback to play in a Super Bowl, views this year’s game featuring two Black QBs with hope and elation.
Posted inSports
LeBron’s off-court legacy complements his basketball success
LeBron James is on the verge of becoming the NBA’s all-time leading scorer, but his impact off the court may be even bigger.
Posted inMaine
Delta Ambulance looks to impose new fee on towns that would raise more than $600,000 in revenue
Waterville-based Delta says various financial pressures are driving up expenses, forcing the nonprofit to propose the fee for the 14 central Maine towns it serves.
Posted inBethel, Maine Crime, News, Oxford Hills, River Valley
Oxford County arrest log: Feb. 3, 2023
• Henry Bean, 25, of 15 Cottage St., Norway, on charges of domestic violence assault, obstructing report of crime and violation of condition of release, 4:49 p.m. Monday, Jan. 30, at 15 Cottage St., Norway, by Norway Police Department. • Kayan S. Bowie, 22, of 44 Fair St., Norway, on a charge of failure to […]