Eric Tankerley, 34, was indicated recently by a Somerset County grand jury and is expected to face charges, including manslaughter, for his involvement last year in a Caratunk crash in which two women died.
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Oakland woman pleads guilty to manslaughter in her toddler’s drug-induced death
Ashley Malloy, 22, remains out on bail and is expected to be sentenced in the coming months.
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Man whose body was found on Winslow riverbank was caring person who fell into addiction, father says
John Lessard Sr. said Tuesday that his son, John Lessard Jr., also was a gifted athlete and outdoors enthusiast, but one that ultimately was unable to overcome drug addiction.
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Spirits flow in Oakland during Maine Open Winery Day
The celebration of local wineries seeks to encourage people to visit local wineries and try different products made with ingredients sourced from within the state.
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Oakland council places town manager on administrative leave with no explanation
Town Manager Ella Bowman was placed on leave Wednesday after an executive session that was not publicized on the Town Council agenda, and she says she was given no explanation for the move.
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Stolen truck hauling portable toilets investigated by Oakland, Fairfield police
A Casella truck with a flatbed on which were mounted four portable toilets was stolen early Thursday in Fairfield and ended up in a ditch in Oakland, prompting police from both towns to investigate.
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University of Vermont names local graduates
BURLINGTON, Vt. — Nine local students earned degrees from the University of Vermont. Emily Freid of Bridgton graduated with a bachelor’s in biological science. Finn Johnston of Pownal graduated with a bachelor’s in statistics. Tyler Woolston of Raymond graduated with a bachelor’s in community entrepreneurship. Jacob Smith of Lewiston graduated with a bachelor’s in professional […]
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Coastal Carolina University names local dean’s list students
CONWAY, S.C. — Two local students have been named to the 2023 spring semester dean’s list at Coastal Carolina University. They include Patrick Anthoine of Auburn and Katelyn Robertson of Oakland. Students who make the dean’s list have achieved a grade point average of 3.5 or higher (3.25 for freshmen) for the semester. Check […]
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Police charge 5 over past month in central Maine drug trafficking cases
The Kennebec County Sheriff’s Office confiscated nearly 4 pounds of drugs and seized more than $10,000 in suspected drug proceeds.
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Oakland store to showcase artistic touch one woman brings to furniture
Katarina ‘Kacha’ Hernandez, who has a large online following for her furniture art, has opened Kacha Furniture on Church Street in Oakland with her husband.