An advocate blames the tragedy on the city’s decision to clear the I-395 encampment without offering housing alternatives.
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Posted inFranklin, Maine Crime, News, The Franklin Journal
Case against former Franklin County prosecutor to move forward
Federal court finds probable cause to believe Kayla Alves of Farmington committed the crimes of tampering with proceedings and tampering with documents.
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Posted inFranklin, Local & State, Maine Crime, News, The Franklin Journal
Eleven defendants plead not guilty to charges in a marijuana, money laundering conspiracy
An attorney for Lucas Sirois of Farmington, who is said to be the ring leader, plans to file a preliminary injunction in the case.
Posted inBusiness, Lewiston-Auburn, Local & State, News
As Downeaster nears a milestone birthday, questions arise about its future
While politicians favor expanding the train service, COVID has changed riding habits, perhaps permanently. Expenses and emissions also warrant consideration.
Posted inLocal & State
Jolted by suicides, Navy veteran embarks on life-saving mission
The Maine Veterans Project helps veterans connect over shared struggles, then uses ‘the power of community’ to keep them safe.
Posted inFranklin, Maine Crime, News, The Franklin Journal
Last 6 people allegedly involved with illegal marijuana operation, money-laundering scheme appear in Bangor court
The federal government has filed a civil complaint to seize 12 properties believed to be owned by the Sirois family.
Posted inLocal & State, News
Family of man killed by snowblower sues 2 Bangor hospitals
Herbert Pelletier, 86, died four years ago of complications from a ruptured spleen caused by the handle of his snowblower.
Posted inLocal & State, Uncategorized
Is there a constitutional right to food? Mainers to decide.
Members of Maine’s farming community are divided over the possibility of a first-in-the-nation right-to-food amendment.
Posted inCommunity, Connections
Dental hygiene clinic to offer free services to veterans
The Maine Bureau of Veterans’ Services and eight participating clinics, including the UMA Dental Hygiene Clinic in Bangor, plan to provide dental hygiene services to veterans unable to afford preventive dental care. The Maine Veterans’ Dental Network, which is overseen by the bureau, received a $35,000 grant from Northeast Delta Dental to serve veterans who […]
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Bangor cancels field hockey game after Lewiston alters quarantine protocol
Under the new guidelines, each of the girls returned to school Tuesday morning after testing negative for COVID-19.