Samuel Whittemore, 34, accused of murdering his wife, Margaux Whittemore, 32, in an incident at his family’s Readfield home in which his mother, Dorothy “Darcy” Whittemore was also injured.
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Maine to open virtual public hearing on Route 26 traffic light installation in Oxford
The hearing web page will open to comments Feb. 28 and close March 7.
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Posted inBusiness, Maine, News
Cutting clean energy tax credits would drive up Maine power bills
Eliminating tax credits could lead to a loss of $22 billion a year in clean power investment in the U.S. In Maine, the loss would be $100 million annually, according to a report.
Posted inMaine, News, Politics, Sports
Trump administration orders investigation after Gov. Mills publicly defies president over transgender policy
‘See you in court,’ Gov. Janet Mills told President Donald Trump during a heated exchange at an assembly of governors at the White House.
Posted inBusiness, Food, Maine, News
As egg shortage continues, Maine breakfast spots cope with rising costs
Restaurants and bakeries in southern Maine are now paying 2 or 3 times as much for the eggs they need, although most have so far resisted raising menu prices.
Posted inMaine, Politics
Swatting of Maine secretary of state was part of broader attack on U.S. officials
Two European men have been charged with federal crimes in connection with swatting attempts involving about 100 victims, including Maine Secretary of State Shenna Bellows.
Posted inFranklin, The Franklin Journal
Maine hikers prepare for 100-Mile Wilderness trek on Appalachian Trail
The trio is attempting the rare midwinter traverse to raise $10,000 for underprivileged youth through United Way of the Tri-Valley Area’s Hope Fund.
Posted inLewiston-Auburn, Maine, News, Schools & Education
Lewiston’s newest child care center to focus on special needs
Lewiston local Lisa Jones opened KidSpace Inclusive Childcare in late January with hopes of attracting families with children who have special needs.
Posted inFranklin, Livermore Falls Advertiser, News
Jay seeks community input on 20-plus-year town plan
The Comprehensive Planning Committee will hold a meeting at 6 p.m. on Tuesday at the Spruce Elementary School to go over what has been done and what residents would like to see in the future.
Posted inMaine, News, Oxford Hills
Norway ice fishing derby offering $10,000 in cash, prizes this weekend
The third annual Pennesseewassee Lake Ice Fishing Derby will be held Saturday and Sunday from 7 a.m. to 3 p.m.