Colin Ellis began writing for the Morning Sentinel in winter of 2016. He covers general news in Fairfield and other surrounding communities of Somerset County. Originally from Portland, he began writing for The Forecaster in southern Maine in the summer of 2014 before joining the Sentinel. He is a graduate of St. Michael’s College in Vermont, and returned to Maine in spring of 2013.
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PublishedJune 7, 2017
Minor earthquake felt Wednesday morning in Waldo County
The 2.1-magnitude earthquake was reported around the town of Monroe, with many people hearing a ‘loud rumbling noise.’
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PublishedJune 6, 2017
Special town meeting to decide whether to upgrade Norridgewock wastewater facility
In advance of the June 26 meeting, Norridgewock plans to hold public hearings and information sessions on the project and on a proposed ordinance on charges for sewer use.
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PublishedJune 5, 2017
Sprawling solar array taking shape at Colby College in Waterville
The 5,300-panel solar array on Washington Street is expected to go live in the fall and provide 16 percent of the college’s electricity needs.
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PublishedJune 2, 2017
Emotions run strong at Madison Area Memorial High School graduation
More than 40 seniors graduated, and the valedictorian fought back tears on stage, during a graduation that featured ‘Survivor’ winner Bob Crowley.
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PublishedJune 1, 2017
Canaan camp owners say campers escalated situation with knife-wielding man
Brandon York, 26, whose mother said he has special needs, was arrested after campers restrained him with duct tape; but campground owners Jeff and Melanie Peterson say campers created a ‘mob scene.’
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PublishedMay 31, 2017
Community walk starting in Fairfield aims to get people talking
For the annual National Trails Day, Kennebec Messalonskee Trails to host walk in Fairfield and Benton; Friends of Quarry Road will host barbecue, boat launch celebration in Waterville.
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PublishedMay 30, 2017
Fire destroys garage Monday in Embden
No one was home at the time of the fire; the garage was a total loss.
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PublishedMay 30, 2017
Canaan campers subdue Minot man wielding large knives and slashing tires
Brandon York, 26, eventually was subdued by campers using duct tape after he allegedly slashed tires at the campground on U.S. Route 2 and before he was arrested.
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PublishedMay 30, 2017
North New Portland man arrested after illegal drugs found in car
Michael Anthony Dellarma, 29, was arrested for violating conditions of release after his arrest earlier this month for leading police on a brief chase.
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PublishedMay 28, 2017
Norridgewock TIF committee continues eying downtown improvements
The town has already issued a request for proposals for the vacant fire station, but may also look to improve signage and overhaul a boat ramp.
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