FARMINGTON — A Phillips man was indicted Wednesday on charges in a physical assault on a woman and using his vehicle to ram the rear of another vehicle she and others were riding in. John Pillsbury, 49, of Phillips was charged with domestic violence reckless conduct with a weapon, reckless conduct with a weapon and […]
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Coalition offers flu shots FARMINGTON — Starting Oct. 11, Healthy Community Coalition staff will be available to administer the influenza vaccine (flu shot) at the following sites. Friday, Oct. 11, 11 a.m. to 3 p.m., Rangeley IGA. Tuesday, Oct. 15, 9:30 to 11:30 a.m., Otis Federal Credit Union, Jay. Thursday, Oct. 17, 4 to 6 […]
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ACLU of Maine demands apology from Biddeford school officials
BIDDEFORD — A leading Maine civil rights group wants an apology from Biddeford school officials after what it called “unconstitutional” student assemblies last week featuring religious Christian references. The American Civil Liberties Union of Maine announced Friday that it has sent a letter to Biddeford school administrators after presentations at the middle and high school […]
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Phillips man faces sexual assault charge
FARMINGTON — A Phillips man accused of sexually assaulting a child under age 12 had his bail set at $75,000 cash or $150,000 worth of real estate Wednesday in 12th District Court. Robert Parker Jr., 43, is also accused of threatening to kill the child and harassing family members by sending texts with explicit descriptions […]
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Tri Town Seniors to meet Oct. 28 JAY — On Monday the Tri Town Seniors met at St. Rose Parish Hall at with Pat Couture, vice president, presiding. After opening ceremonies George Doiron sang “My Shoes Keep Walking Back To You” for the group. Everyone was reminded to bring their ideas for the Halloween meal on […]
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Resident puts unfounded rumor to rest
PHILLIPS — One Phillips resident said he wanted to put to rest a rumor that has circulated around town and beyond without any credible sources. John Foss, who recently volunteered to serve on the RSU 58 school board, told selectmen and the town manager Tuesday night about his frustrations with people who spread half-truths and […]
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Phillips man charged with assault, reckless conduct
PHILLIPS — A local man is accused of assaulting a woman Monday and ramming the back of a vehicle she was riding in with his vehicle at about 50 miles per hour, Sheriff Scott Nichols Sr. said Monday. John Pillsbury, 49, of Phillips appeared in District Court on Monday on two felony charges — domestic […]
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Phillips appoints one RSU 58 director, still looking for another
PHILLIPS — Selectmen have filled the first of two RSU 58 school board director vaccancies. Faith Richard has children in the school system, according to Town Manager Elaine Hubbard, and has volunteered to serve as one of the two new members. Richard will attend the Thursday school board meeting at the Kingfield Elementary School. The […]
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Man faces indecent conduct charge
PHILLIPS — A Franklin County deputy has issued a local man a summons on a misdemeanor charge of indecent conduct, Lt. David Rackliffe said Friday. Myron Hoyt, 70, is accused of parading around in a short skirt and high heels in his yard that faces Route 142, with the skirt allowing a public view of […]
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Tax increase will pay for Phillips road repairs
PHILLIPS — Property owners will see a significant increase in their tax bills next week to pay for road improvements. Selectmen discussed ways to avoid a tax rate hike from $16.20 to $20.80 per $1,000 of valuation. For a property valued at $100,000, the tax bill would go up $460. On Tuesday night, selectmen agreed […]