The theme of the conference, which takes place every other year, is taking action against sexual assault, harassment and exploitation.
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OHCHS grad among those to receive MAPA Scholarships
Alexander Fox, Oxford Hills Comprehensive High School graduate, was a recipient of one of three Maine Asphalt Pavement Association scholarships.
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In wake of Farmington explosion, central Maine firefighters review gas leak protocols
A number of local fire department officials said their departments are hearing more calls for gas leaks due to a “heightened awareness” from the public.
Posted inLocal & State, Maine Crime
Bread of Life Ministries facilities director charged with sex crimes against minor
Jeffrey Tyler, 47, of Winthrop was arrested Friday after police secured a warrant based on the testimony of a female victim, who said contact began when she was 14.
Posted inLocal & State
Augusta woman doing nothing wrong when struck by state police car
Maine State Police officials said no charges are coming after a state-owned car driven by a detective struck and injured an Augusta woman on Tuesday.
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Augusta road closed after truck hits flatbed carrying portable toilets
A portion of Civic Center Drive was shut down after collision, which caused about 100 gallons of diesel fuel to spill.
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‘Finding Our Voices’ exhibit at University of Maine at Augusta lifts veil on domestic violence
Patrisha McLean found her voice after leaving an abusive marriage, and she wants to use it to help lift the shame and stigma that’s attached to victims of domestic violence and abuse.
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WWI guardsman’s Purple Heart given to Maine National Guard
Maine native Sgt. Erroll Wilbert Brawn was injured in 1918 while serving in World War I.
Posted inLocal & State, Maine Crime
Skowhegan woman, Gardiner man sentenced for drug crimes
Nicole A. Lamphere was arrested in Augusta in June following a brief chase, while Joseph Trask, in an unrelated case, was charged with trafficking after selling drugs to an undercover agent in Gardiner.