Jessica Kelley told the judge her son was the only one she could always count on to help her. ‘I miss my son every day, and I cry many nights.’
Joe Charpentier
Staff Writer
Joe Charpentier came to the Sun Journal in 2022 to cover crime and chaos. His previous experience was in a variety of rural Midcoast beats which included government, education, sports, economics and analysis, crime, and environment. He loves surprising his editors with spontaneous enterprising stories and prides himself on mastering the ability to slip the odd Oxford comma by the copy editors. When not on the beat, Joe enjoys spending time with family, writing fiction and woodworking.
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Poland Spring cuts water use at several sites due to drought
The company has reduced the amount of water it pumps from its Maine springs, officials said.
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Do you have a heat pump? We want to hear about it
We want to hear from Mainers who have installed heat pumps in their homes. How has your system performed? Have you saved money, stayed comfortable or run into any problems? If you are willing to share your experience, get in touch with reporter Joe Charpentier at: [email protected]
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Mexico man to be sentenced in 2022 slaying of stepson
Thomas Tellier was found guilty in July of fatally shooting his stepson Nicholas Trynor in 2022.
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Maine groups beating a path to millions in limited trails funding
Maine’s new $30 million trails program has drawn 105 proposals requesting over twice the first-year $7.5 million allocation.
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7-year-old rescued from Oxford camper fire expected to survive
Investigators said the blaze Tuesday appears to have started when a younger sibling played with a lighter.
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Kaydenz Kitchen begins cleanup after fire at Lewiston pantry
Kevin Boilard, who owns and operates the food pantry, said the nonprofit is focused on cleanup and recovery as investigators search for a cause.
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Maine trims emergency heating assistance as COVID-era program runs down
The state Emergency Crisis Intervention Program now caps assistance at $500 amid dwindling pandemic relief funds and administrative strain.
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Auburn man driving stolen SUV dies in Turner crash, police say
Robert Brown Jr. was found dead the morning after crashing an SUV just off East Hebron Road.
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Despite challenges, Maine’s apple crop looks ‘excellent’
Orchardists say this year’s harvest is providing high-quality fruit despite uneven yields caused by a host of factors. However, there are worries for next year.