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How one Lewiston family commemorated the mass shooting anniversary
The Strouts gathered on Oct. 25 to remember their husband, son, father and brother, Arthur ‘Artie’ Strout one year after he was killed.
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Chesterville man killed crossing Main Street in Farmington
Based on review of traffic camera footage and statements from several witnesses, no charges are anticipated, Police Chief Kenneth Charles said.
Posted inElection 2024, Local & State, Morning Sentinel, News, Politics
Why are so few Mainers running for local office?
Voters Nov. 5 will find that many communities are having trouble filling municipal positions. Age, apathy and growing vitriol from the public are leaving their mark, officials say.
Posted inKennebec Journal, Local & State, Maine Crime, News
Clinton man accused of murder in Waterville shooting death denied bail
Richard Hatt is accused of shooting Stephen Killam 14 times.
Posted inElection 2024, News, Politics
Democrats have had a 6-year run in control of the Maine State House. Is it about to end?
A look at historical swings in the Maine Senate and House of Representatives shows it only takes a handful of seats to shift political power at the State House.
Posted inNation & World
Missouri family pleaded to have assault rifle seized before deadly school shooting. Officers had few options
A report on the 2022 case draws similar conclusions to findings made after the Lewiston, Maine shootings in 2023, highlighting how hard it is for law enforcement to restrict gun access.
Posted inNation & World
Spain flood survivors hurl mud at the royals, top government officials
King Felipe VI and Queen Letizia’s public events are usually greeted by a crowd of fans.
Posted inLocal & State
Maine Board of Environmental Protection wrestles with fees for solar, wind impacts
Fees would vary depending on how much land is impacted and whether it is high-value habitat or home to threatened or endangered species.
Posted inLocal & State
Maine experiencing ‘abnormally dry’ fall, heightened wildfire concerns
About 74% of the state was abnormally dry or in a moderate drought at the end of October, making it easier for wildfires to spread.