POLAND — A local man was shot in the foot on Wednesday while hunting for squirrels with two other people, wildlife officials said. The Maine Warden Service was investigating the shooting, which was reported about 4 p.m. It was determined he had been shot by one of his hunting companions. The injury was not considered life-threatening. […]
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Poland farmer and surgeon called to duty during pandemic
Plastic surgeon Dr. Charles Foley expects to be caring for COVID-19 patients as part of his U.S. Army Reserve unit.
Poland closes Town Office to the public
Elections and the town meeting have been canceled.
RSU 16 looking at $2 million budget increase
Special education costs, pay raises account for more spending.
Police log
Androscoggin County • Jason Birmingham, 45, of New Gloucester, on a charge of operating under the influence of intoxication, 1:25 a.m. Saturday on Main Street in Poland. • Sarah Griffin, 32, of Greene, on charges of operating under the influence of intoxication and operating after suspension, 3:45 a.m. Saturday at 5 Thibeau Lane in Greene. […]
Poland board rejects request to ban ATVs on town land
The Bog Hooters ATV Club is allowed to use old railroad bed for two years.
Poland officials warn of scam seeking donations
Executive Assistant Nikki Pratt urged residents Wednesday afternoon to ignore a bogus email soliciting money for a GoFundMe page.
Poland Select Board endorses 24/7 patrols, adding water, sewer lines
The total cost of the three proposals is up to $3.03 million.
College hockey: Dakota Keene a finalist for Hockey Humanitarian Award
Keene, a St. Dom’s graduate from Poland, is one of five finalists for award presented annually to a college hockey player for leadership in community service.