Wayne Hackett resigns from Mechanic Falls Town Council

Wayne Hackett, who had been at the center of a complaint that he bought salt and sand from the town at reduced prices for 20 years, gave no reasons for his departure in a letter to Town Manager Zakk Maher.

Mechanic Falls gave councilor deal on salt and sand from town supply

For 20 years, Wayne Hackett has been buying salt and sand from the town for a fraction of what it would retail for. The town sells to no other citizens.

Mechanic Falls councilors, manager to attend training on roles

The Maine Municipal Association will host the workshop Oct. 15.

Mechanic Falls recall election falls short of votes

Four councilors who voted to remove the town manager from office will keep their seats.

Mechanic Falls to hire third party for code enforcement complaints

Seven grievances will be investigated to determine if the land use code has been violated.

Mechanic Falls voters go to polls for special recall election today

Councilors Cathy Fifield, Wayne Hackett, Nick Konstantoulakis and John Emery, who voted to fire Town Manager Zakk Maher, are on the ballot.

Closed-door session set for Mechanic Falls investigation

Code Enforcement Officer Fred Collins asked that complaints against him be addressed in executive session.

Mechanic Falls firefighters bring 1931 fire truck back home

Mechanic Falls town manager steps away from meeting on code officer

Zakk Maher said he is recusing himself from Monday's session to avoid a conflict of interest.

Velora Piper to give talk, ‘Mechanic Falls, Town and Family Stories and Reminisces’

The event is hosted by the Mechanic Falls Historical Society