State officials say four murder cases were reported in the Twin Cities in 2020.
Christopher Williams
Chris Williams covers courts and daytime crime at the Sun Journal where he has been a staff writer for more than two decades. He reports on local, state and federal courts as well as spot news, crashes, fires and other general mayhem. During his time at the Sun Journal, he has served on Sunday and enterprise staff, covering politics, state government, environmental and health care issues, sometimes tackling investigative stories. When he's not on the beat, Chris enjoys sailing, skiing and restoring his Victorian era home.
Posted inBethel, News
Sunday River Brewing Co. owners seek court reversal of license nonrenewal
After a renewal of the restaurant’s license to operate was rejected this week, the Savage brothers are back in court in an effort to overturn the decision.
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Posted inMaine Crime, News, Oxford Hills, River Valley
Oxford County arrest log
• Alexander S. Allan, 40, of 48 Artist Falls Road, Harrison, on charges of theft by unauthorized taking or transfer and forgery, 8:24 p.m. Tuesday in Mexico by Mexico Police Department. • Rodney S. Bean, 40, of 1 Maple St., South Paris, on a charge of failure to appear after bail, 7:50 p.m. Wednesday at […]
Posted inLewiston-Auburn, Maine Crime, News
Androscoggin County jail sues state after housing its prisoners during pandemic
As the state sought to protect its prisons from COVID-19 infection, it transferred that risk to the counties’ detention facilities, writes the Androscoggin County’s attorney.
Posted inBethel, News
State rejects Sunday River Brewing Co.’s appeal of license loss
The Bethel restaurant and bar had hoped a hearing officer would reverse a decision by state officials against renewing the business’ eating and catering license.
Posted inMaine Crime, News, Oxford Hills, River Valley
Oxford County arrest log
• Joseph M. Babbage, 25, of 25 Terrace Road, Bethel, on two charges of failure to appear after bailed, 12:59 p.m. Saturday by Oxford County Sheriff’s Office. • Lynze C. Cooper, 31, of 979 S. Main St., Woodstock, on two charges of aggravated trafficking of scheduled drugs and a charge of violation of condition of […]
Posted inLewiston-Auburn, News, Religion & Values
Pastor Chris Pomerleau ministers to those in need during tragedies
Lewiston police chaplain says his role is to provide comfort to the families of the victims, allowing police to carry out their jobs.
Posted inMaine Crime, News, Oxford Hills, River Valley
Oxford County arrest log
• Kerry L. Atkinson, 59, of 173 Hebron Road, South Paris, on a charge of domestic violence assault, 1:38 a.m. Thursday at that address by Paris Police Department. • Danielle M. Bailey, 31, of 46 Main St., South Paris, on a charge of failure to appear after bailed, 4:14 p.m. Wednesday by Norway Police Department. […]
Posted inBethel, Business, News, Oxford Hills
Sunday River Brewing Co. appeals DHHS fines and restaurant license denial
Owners ask court to intervene immediately to keep the Bethel business open.
Posted inLewiston-Auburn, Maine Crime, News
Auburn man sentenced to probation in 2018 federal pot raid
Timothy Veilleux rented buildings in Lewiston to a tenant who purported to grow marijuana under the Maine medical marijuana program.