The state medical examiner has confirmed that the body is that of Mark Johnston, 64, of Richmond.
Jessica Lowell
Jessica Lowell covers business and economic development and general news in the Gardiner area.
After short but intense aspirations to be an opera singer (age 4) and a deep-sea diver (age 6) her most enduring passion has been telling stories.
A University of Maine graduate, she worked for newspapers in New Hampshire, upstate New York and Wyoming, where she has won awards for investigative and explanatory journalism.
She’s a fellow of the Knight Center for Specialized Journalism and the Institute for Journalism and Natural Resources.
After several years out of journalism, she returned to Maine and to writing, where she spends her free time enjoying both trees and the ocean, two commodities that Wyoming lacks.
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One year after October storm, Maine prepares for the next big one
The response in 2017 lays the groundwork for handling future emergencies.
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Posted inLocal & State, Politics
Bill would make it a felony for owner to leave scene of a dog attack
Currently, an owner faces only a $250 fine and restitution for walking away.
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Federal bankruptcy judge rules Maine dam can be sold to property owners
Judge Michael Fagone says the Clary Lake dam can be sold to the Clary Lake Association pending a 14-day appeal period.
Posted inBusiness, Local & State, News
Richmond voters reject temporary ban on medical marijuana storefronts
The 15-14 vote at a special town meeting denies a moratorium that would have given town officials time to work on a proposal to limit where such operations could open.
Posted inLocal & State
After woman was attacked by 2 dogs, Gardiner takes steps to tighten leash law
Two public hearings have been set, for the Oct. 3 and 17 City Council meetings.
Posted inLife & Culture, Local & State, News
Hamfest draws amateur radio fans, users to Windsor
The event is more serious for exam takers who advance in the global network of communicators.
Posted inLocal & State
Gardiner dog attack victim seeks tougher consequences from city
Cynthia Roodman said it should be a crime to walk away from a dog attack and that dog attacks should draw stiffer penalties.
Posted inBusiness, Local & State, News
Investors leverage new tax credits for redevelopment in downtown Augusta
Developers are teaming up to redevelop the former Odd Fellows building in an area designated to offer tax advantages to investors.
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Augusta printing company welcomes new high-efficiency press
J.S. McCarthy Printers president and CEO says the technology is ‘close to 50 percent’ more productive.