The U.S. Attorney’s office said Friday that federal authorities are investigating an estimated 100 illegal growing sites in Maine, as well as similar activities in 19 other states.
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Lewiston man seeks new trial in 2013 Greene slaying
Michael McNaughton is serving a life sentence for the murder of Romeo Parent of Lewiston.
Oxford County arrest log: April 29, 2024
• Norman F. Alleano, 28, transient in Norway, on charges of violation of condition of release and criminal trespass, 1:44 p.m. Saturday, April 27, in Norway, by Norway Police Department. • Destiny S. Annance, 23, of 13 Pine Lane, Oxford, on charges of criminal trespass and disorderly conduct, 8:15 p.m. Friday, April 26, in Norway, […]
Former Franklin County dispatch supervisor sentenced for possessing child porn
Levi J. Gould, 35, of Farmington will also be on probation for four years following his release from jail.
Oxford County arrest log: April 26, 2024
• Tarka L. Anderson, 39, of 12 Kids Place, Leeds, on a charge of failure to appear after bailed, 11:47 a.m. Monday, April 22, in Paris, by Paris Police Department. • Brandy L. Babb, 38, of 20 Congress St., Rumford, on two charges of failure to appear after bailed, 12:03 p.m. Tuesday, April 23, in […]
Burglars take $3,200 worth of alcohol, tobacco products from Livermore store
Two people are seen on security camera video running into Long Green Variety on Tuesday.
Teenagers charged in assault at Kinneowatha Park in Wilton
Wilton boys ages 15 and 16 were charged with assault Sunday.
Steve Collins: Oct. 25’s darkness a constant reminder of the need for greater kindness
As the first flowers begin to bloom and potholes proliferate, life in Lewiston seems normal. Then a glimpse of a “Lewiston Strong” sign in a window or an overheard snatch of somber conversation at Hannaford or the sound of sirens wailing in the distance brings it all back. Six months have somehow passed since that […]
Oxford man shot by police in Mexico gets nearly 2 years in prison
Prosecutors say Brandon Dearborn, who was prohibited from having a gun, took aim at police before he was shot.
Sagadahoc deputy says Army downplayed concerns about Lewiston shooter
Aaron Skolfield defended his actions in an interview Monday and said Robert Card’s Army superiors misled him about the threat he posed.