Police chased and took into custody a young man, who was taken to the hospital for treatment.
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Posted inLife & Culture, News
Andwell Thrift Store volunteer welcomes shoppers | Sun Spots
DEAR SUN SPOTS: For many years Sun Spots helped me collect tabs for the Ronald McDonald House. Now as a volunteer at Andwell Hospice Thrift Store, 245 Center St., in Auburn, I hope you will let readers know about the huge selection of quality, affordable clothing for both women and men (sizes range from very […]
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Posted inBusiness, Maine, News, The Bethel Citizen
‘Cash is king’ (and Venmo is queen) at some Bethel-area businesses
Business owners say credit card processing charges cost thousands each year, prompting discounts for cash or Venmo payments.
Posted inLeslie Bridgers, Life & Culture, Maine
He’s been to every town in Maine, mostly for something to say. | Column
Wanting fodder for a future obituary, Jeff Hewett gave himself a challenge: Visit every municipal office in the state and take a picture to prove he’d been there.
Posted inLife & Culture, Maine, News, Things to Do
Maine’s must-visit places (plus 1 you can skip), from someone who knows
In-state travel recommendations from the Cape Elizabeth man who’s literally been everywhere.
Posted inMaine, News
Former Maine corrections official plans to plead guilty to theft, accepting bribes
Gerald Merrill was accused of operating a kickback scheme for nearly a decade.
Posted inMaine, News
First look at Lewiston’s next city budget shows nearly 9% increase
The early plan, which includes county and debt spending, comes amid rising costs and lower revenues.
Posted inLivermore Falls Advertiser, Maine, News, The Franklin Journal
Brief system upgrade in Franklin County will not affect 911 calls
Emergency 911 calls will go directly to Somerset County Regional Communications Center in Skowhegan on Thursday night and come right back to Franklin County dispatchers.
Posted inHealth, Maine, News
Maine’s warmer weather means deer ticks are active
The state logged a record 4,257 Lyme disease cases in 2025, according to the Maine Center for Disease Control and Prevention.
Posted inMaine, News
3 fishermen rescued off Maine coast
The sinking Vesta Renee was located by the US Coast Guard more than 20 miles south of Boothbay Harbor on Wednesday.