Cash and cannabis joints stolen from commercial businesses in three counties.
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Nearly $1,200 worth of pre-rolled marijuana joints stolen from Winthrop shop
Earth Keeper Cannabis was one of five businesses reportedly burglarized early Monday morning.
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Marti Stevens theater group to perform at Bailey Library
The Marti Stevens Interactive Improvisational Theater will perform at 6:30 p.m. on Wednesday, April 26, at the Bailey Library in Winthrop. The group will perform short acts about the challenges that older Mainers encounter as they live and age in their communities. The theater group has been providing performances nation-wide and across Maine for close […]
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Dean College recognizes local honor societies inductees
FRANKLIN, Mass. — Dean College has announced three local students who have been inducted its spring 2023 honor societies. Ryan Bell of Palmyra was inducted into the Golden Key International Honour Society, Chi Alpha Sigma. Madeline Fenlason of Winthrop was inducted into the Golden Key International Honour Society. Matthew Fenlason of Winthrop was inducted into […]
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Winthrop Cub Scouts compete in Pinewood Derby
Winthrop Cub Scout Pack 604, which began operations in February, held its Pinewood Derby March 25 at the American Legion post. The Cubs, aided by an adult, carved their cars from blocks of wood and decorated them before racing them on the track, according to a news release from Chuck Mahaleris, district chairman for the […]
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Fire destroys building at Monmouth commercial apple operation
Official: The fire had been burning for at least two hours Saturday night before it was seen and reported by passersby. The cause is under investigation.
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Winthrop School Board approves budget proposal with less than 1% increase
The $12.8 million school spending plan has a modest increase from last year, despite what officials called a “difficult” budget year.
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Winthrop Town Council votes to halt quarry excavation for 6 months
The decision delays a controversial proposal for a quarry on Turkey Lane.
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Kennebec Valley District volunteer Scout leaders hold merit badge college
AUGUSTA — Taking place at the Augusta First Church of the Nazarene, a merit badge college for the Boy Scouts was held by volunteer Scouting leaders of the Kennebec Valley District of Scouting. The event was held on two days, spanning across two months. The first half of the Merit Badge College was held Feb. […]
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East Winthrop cat shelter to hold Kitten Kerplunk benefit May 13
Participants are asked to gather donations from as many sponsors as possible before the event.