Nicholas Leibowitz, 30, crashed about 8:30 p.m. Friday and suffered fatal injuries, the Cumberland County Sheriff’s Office said.
Androscoggin County
Joleen Bedard recertified as fundraising executive
Joleen Bedard, executive director of United Way of Androscoggin County, has been recertified as a fundraising executive. Bedard has held the certification since 2017, having met a series of standards that include tenure in the profession, education, and demonstrated fundraising achievement. She also passed a rigorous exam testing the knowledge, skills and abilities required of […]
Durham selectmen tap Joe Tomm for chairman, approve fee changes for permits
DURHAM — The Select Board on Tuesday elected Joe Tomm as chairman and reelected Richard George as vice chairman. It was the first meeting since Joe Roy and Heather Roy were elected to the board. Selectmen approved increases in fees for construction and electrical permits, keeping Durham at or under surrounding towns’ averages. Residential construction […]
Invasive hemlock pest approaches Androscoggin County
The pest hasn’t yet been identified in Androscoggin County towns, but one state entomologist said it’s only a matter of time.
Clarice Proctor named administrator for Androscoggin County
Proctor had served as treasurer since 2018 and as interim administrator for the past 10 months.
Lisbon teachers contract issue moves to fact-finding by panel
Lisbon School Department teachers have been working without a contract for over 200 days.
Turner man dies after car crashes into garage of Lewiston lawmaker
Brian Beaucage, 31, of Turner died of injuries in a crash at 41 Russell St., the home of state Rep. Margaret Craven.
Rabid raccoon reported in Sabattus
A raccoon was confirmed as rabid Sunday by Maine Center for Disease Control, experts warned town officials Wednesday.
No investigation planned for Monday’s train derailment in Wales
Derailment of four cars at Leeds Junction in Wales on Monday will not be investigated by the Federal Railroad Administration, a spokesperson said. Train owners CSX Corp. will submit a report by May, which will be vetted by administration and released to the public in August.
Lisbon parks and rec director receives Distinguished Professional of the Year award
Mark Stevens recognized by Maine Recreation & Park Association.