Jerry Thibodeau was originally charged with murder in the fatal shooting of 40-year-old Anthony Ayotte in November 2023.
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Posted inMaine, News, Schools & Education
Auburn’s new performing arts center sees growth, expects a profit
The Auburn School Committee was told the Donald M. Gay center at Edward Little High School is attracting paying acts with more to come.
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Posted inMaine, Maine Crime, News
Maine Border Patrol agent bragged about Chicago shooting in text messages
A defense attorney says Charles Exum sent the messages, in which he boasts of his shooting skills, in a group chat with other agents.
Posted inMaine, News, The Bethel Citizen
Voters’ opinions split on referendum questions in Greenwood
One voter said it’s all about being respectful of other people’s views. ‘Some people lose sight of that.’
Posted inElections, Maine, News, Politics
Golden’s decision to not seek reelection complicates Democrats’ 2026 plans
The announcement by Maine’s 2nd District congressman that he won’t seek a fifth term is likely to give a boost to Republican Paul LePage, although 2026 is also expected to be a good year for Democrats.
Posted inMaine, News
‘Like losing a cherished friend’: Lewiston-based Farmers’ Almanac to cease publication after 208 years
Facing a changing readership, the Farmers’ Almanac will end publication after more than 200 years of weather forecasts, gardening tips and old-fashioned advice.
Posted inBusiness, Maine, News
Drought wilts Maine’s apple and blueberry yields
This year’s extreme weather led to a 50% drop in production among Maine’s biggest apple growers and a 30% decline among wild blueberry farmers.
Posted inNation / World, News
Federal judge orders Trump administration to fully fund November SNAP benefits
The ruling by District Judge John J. McConnell Jr. in Rhode Island gave the White House a Friday deadline.
Posted inMaine, News, The Franklin Journal
Revaluation error causes $2.3M budget shortfall in Farmington
The Select Board is pursuing a 10.5% tax rate and will ask residents at a special town meeting to approve using $700,000 in fund balance.
Posted inMaine, News
Casting their bait to the wind
Friends try their luck fishing in the Androscoggin River Thursday morning