Mainers hold clothing and food drives, and write kind notes, paying tribute to the civil rights leader.
Charles Eichacker
Charles Eichacker covers crime and general news in the Winthrop area, but his side interests include health, politics, culture and the outdoors. A Maryland native, he first came to Maine in 2004 to attend Colby College. After several years away, including a stint teaching English in China for the Peace Corps, he returned in 2014 for a job at the Ellsworth American. He started writing for the Kennebec Journal in spring 2016. An Eagle Scout and sometimes karaoke singer, his short term life goals include running a marathon, growing tomatoes and playing “Ziggy Stardust” on guitar.
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Monmouth library could land on historic register
After closing two years ago, the building, designed by Harry Cochrane, has been given a lot of love.
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Winthrop couple killed in October died of stab wounds, documents show
An affidavit says that Andrew Balcer, 18, who is accused of killing his parents, is the one who called 911 on the night of the killings.
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Maine farmers told to expect more extremes in weather
An agricultural panel urges Maine farmers to diversify crops, improve soil – and get insured.
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Police: Litchfield man reached speed of 114 mph in West Gardiner
Ethan Francine, 30, was charged Friday with driving while intoxicated and speeding on Interstate 295.
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Storm brought ice but not huge power outages in central Maine
CMP officials say a stepped-up tree trimming cycle is paying off in fewer downed power lines.
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Annual antiques show in Augusta offers look into ‘the ether of history’
It has drawn lovers of the old and rare for more than 27 years, this year welcoming 41 vendors.
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New Year’s baby comes early for Winslow pair
The first baby born at MaineGeneral in 2017 arrives at 6:40 a.m.
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Crows, bald eagles abound for bird watchers in Augusta
The event is part of the annual National Audubon Society’s Christmas Bird Count.
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Kennebec County sheriff-elect says he’ll lead by example
Ken Mason also hopes to reduce the jail population with alternative programs.