Approximate locations of many of the cannabis grow operations in residential locations.
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‘Layers of invisibility’: Workers at Maine’s illegal cannabis grow sites show signs of human trafficking
Federal prosecutors say they have found no evidence of exploitation at the clandestine marijuana grow houses. Some local law enforcement, anti-trafficking advocates and several grow house workers say otherwise.
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Neighbors Driving Neighbors receives $10K grant
Neighbors Driving Neighbors is the recipient of a $10,000 grant from Maine Council on Aging through Hannaford Supermarket’s Connection, Health and Equity Through Food (CHEF) program. CHEF was launched in 2023 to improve the health and well-being of diverse older adults through greater access to food and social connection. Neighbors Driving Neighbors’ mission is to […]
Posted inMaine, News
Increasingly early ice-outs on Maine waters open up new problems, experts say
As Maine wraps up one of its warmest winters in recorded history, lakes and ponds across the state are seeing ice-outs earlier than ever. Experts say that’s affecting everything from algae to moose.
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Court files reveal new details of ‘complex’ large-scale illegal marijuana grows at central Maine residences
After five people were arrested at a triad of houses in the towns of China and Belgrade, details are emerging such as fake marijuana license cards and expensive Armani jackets.
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Winslow Town Manager LaCroix leaving to take reins in Farmington
Erica LaCroix spent three years leading Winslow’s municipal operations and is scheduled to take the helm in Farmington in December.
Posted inMaine, Maine Crime, Schools & Education
Monmouth Academy groundskeeper charged with sex crimes involving teenage student
Randall J. LaRochelle, 39, was arrested for incidents that allegedly took place at his Belgrade home.
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Where to find celebrations, fireworks to mark July 4
A partial listing of Independence Day-related events planned for across the region.
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Scout leaders to offer summer programs in Belgrade, Camden, Raymond, Sabattus
Summer programs will be active and enriching for youth attending area Scout camps and Scout activities according to two leaders of these programs. Brittany St. Amand of Pittston and Shelley Connolly of Pittsfield have spent months organizing and getting things ready for these summer programs, according to a news release from Chuck Mahaleris, district chairman […]
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Following multiple camp break-ins on Hoyt Island, police continue search for leads
Several seasonal residences on the island in Belgrade were damaged recently, and a suspect has not yet been identified.