Police used home surveillance footage to track down Jason Folkner, who was arrested on charges of burglary, vehicle burglary and two counts of theft.
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Posted inBusiness, Maine, Politics
Lawmakers criticize state official for withholding annual cannabis report
The annual report was due a year ago and never submitted to lawmakers, one of whom has asked for an investigation.
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Posted inLivermore Falls Advertiser, Maine, News
Teen charged in burglary at medical marijuana store in Livermore Falls last fall
Livermore Falls police are still investigating a Dec. 30 burglary at Fish Meadow Cannabis at 93 Main St.
Posted inMaine, Nation / World, Politics
Why Susan Collins said ‘no’ to Pete Hegseth as defense secretary
She was 1 of 2 Republican senators to break ranks and oppose Trump’s nominee Thursday, but it didn’t stop Hegseth’s nomination or eventual confirmation.
Posted inMaine, Politics
State Rep. Frost reports on legislative efforts to Fayette Select Board
Sharon Frost addressed local concerns and encouraged public involvement in state policymaking.
Posted inMaine, Maine Crime, News, Oxford Hills, River Valley
Two men accused of stealing car, intentionally striking minivan in Rumford
The local police chief appealed to the court to not release the men from custody given their repeated lawlessness and “total disregard for judicial authority.”
Posted inNation / World, News, Politics
A federal judge temporarily blocks Trump’s executive order redefining birthright citizenship
The temporary restraining order sought by Arizona, Illinois, Oregon and Washington was the first to get a hearing before a judge and applies nationally.
Posted inNation / World, News, Politics
Collins votes no, but Hegseth nomination advances in Senate
Sen. Lisa Murkowski of Alaska and Collins broke ranks with President Trump and his allies who have mounted an extensive public campaign to push Hegseth toward confirmation.
Posted inFranklin, Maine, The Franklin Journal
Strong-based school board approves use of fields for annual soccer tournament
The annual Western Mountain 7v7 Soccer Classic will take place Aug. 1-3.
Posted inFranklin, Livermore Falls Advertiser, Maine, News
Livermore Falls Planning Board approves changes to Solar Energy Systems Ordinance
The document limits facilities to 15 acres and includes protections for firefighters.