Maine
Local and state news from the Sun Journal.
Whistle Stop Trail fully reopens in Jay and Wilton
A section of the 14-mile multiuse trail was heavily damaged by flooding June 29, 2023.
Dixfield transients arrested during burglary investigation
Charles Gannon, 31, and Misty Glover, 41, were arrested on Hathaway Road Sunday morning.
Dixfield officials to continue talks with Wilton on police coverage
Town Manager Alicia Conn said the contract with Oxford County Sheriff’s Office continues.
Maine DOT: Emergency repair forces closure Monday of one southbound lane of I-95 in Augusta
The repair to a failing bridge joint is expected to close one southbound lane for several hours Monday evening, according to the state Department of Transportation.
Oxford County arrest log: Aug. 19, 2024
• Tina M. Arris, 44, of 280 Greenwoods Road, Sumner, on a charge of domestic violence assault, 4:15 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 17, in Mexico, by Mexico Police Department. • Matthew J. Baker Jr., 35, of 9 Park Lane, Greene, on charges of violation of condition of release and criminal mischief, 2:56 p.m. Friday, Aug. 16, […]
Hancock County probate judge sanctioned by state bar board
Under an agreement with the Maine Board of Overseers of the Bar, William Blaisdell is allowed to practice law but must be supervised by another attorney. Maine’s highest court is still considering whether to discipline him as a probate judge.
Timeline: How a panel spent 9 months investigating the Lewiston mass shooting
The group of lawyers and mental health experts has held more than a dozen public meetings lasting hundreds of hours to investigate the facts surrounding the Oct. 25 mass shooting in Lewiston.
Foam spill spews dangerous forever chemicals at Brunswick airport
Officials say a fire suppression system malfunctioned, discharging 1,600 gallons of firefighting foam concentrate – 4 to 5 feet deep in some places – at the former Naval Air Station.
Norway honors longtime school board director
Jared Cash served for 12 years, including as vice chairman.