Colin Ellis

Staff Writer

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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Published
January 18, 2017

Central Maine Republicans travel to D.C. to see Trump become president

For many Mainers attending Donald Trump’s inauguration, Friday’s celebration will be the first time they’ve attended such an event and a chance to witness the historic transfer of power.
Published
January 18, 2017

Fairfield council to discuss $10.9 million budget at Saturday workshop

The roughly budget proposal would be an increase of just over $99,000, Town Manager Michelle Flewelling says.
Published
January 18, 2017

Waterville Public Library closing at month’s end to finish flooding repairs

The library will be closed from Jan. 25-31, and will reopen on Feb. 1, while maintaining a satellite location for return and pick-up items.
Published
January 16, 2017

Arrest warrant issued for suspect in Skowhegan pharmacy robbery

The suspected robber, Damien Towers, allegedly robbed the Rite Aid on 225 Madison Ave. on Jan. 9 for prescription drugs
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January 16, 2017

Poliquin to join House Committee on Veterans Affairs

U.S. Rep. Bruce Poliquin, R-2nd District, said Monday he was joining the House Committee on Veterans Affairs, a position held by his predecessor, Democrat Mike Michaud.
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January 15, 2017

Fairfield mother accused of killing her newborn fits pattern

Kayla Stewart, who recently pleaded guilty to manslaughter in the death of her newborn baby, fits an unfortunate pattern outlined by experts.
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January 14, 2017

Norridgewock seeking bids on demolition of unsafe house

The house at 14 River Road has been vacant for years, and town officials say it has been deemed a public safety hazard.
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January 12, 2017

Police continue to probe Clinton farm mischief

Clinton police have not found the culprits responsible for setting loose hundreds of dairy cows in late November but are developing leads.
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January 12, 2017

Clinton man tries to rob pharmacy, claiming ‘Maine Mafia’ kidnapped family

Dana Bradford allegedly put the barrel of a shotgun on the counter and demanded drugs, but the pharmacist at Dirigo Drug on Main Street refused to hand over medication.
Published
January 10, 2017

Clinton selectmen enact moratorium on marijuana

The board unanimously approved a six-month emergency moratorium on retail marijuana sales.