Samuel Whittemore, 34, accused of murdering his wife, Margaux Whittemore, 32, in an incident at his family’s Readfield home in which his mother, Dorothy “Darcy” Whittemore was also injured.
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Posted inBiddeford-Saco-OOB Courier
UMaine students create models for multi-use space in Ferry Beach
Architecture students from UMaine are working to create models to rebuild an old building at Ferry Beach.
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Posted inLocal & State, News
Protesters in Augusta call out Trump, Musk on Presidents Day
Faced with cold temperatures and icy wind gusts, the protesters outside the Maine State House shielded their faces with homemade signs whose messages included “SAVE DEMOCRACY,” “JUSTICE NOW” or “ARREST MUSK.”
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Status of Hallowell’s cannabis shop moratorium unclear
The City Council voted last Monday for a six-month pause on new marijuana businesses, but failed to follow proper processes under state law and the city charter.
Posted inTimes Record
Commander of warship named for state’s capitol makes rounds in Maine
The USS Augusta’s commander is on a two-day tour to strengthen the bonds of the ship’s namesake city.
Posted inCops & Courts, Local & State, News
Goodwill store in Augusta evacuated after discovery of grenade
A Maine State Police bomb team determined a box that had been donated contained a spent training grenade and fuses for artillery shells.
Posted inLocal & State, News, Schools and Education
How would federal education changes impact Maine schools?
President Trump is pledging to dismantle the U.S. Department of Education, which provided $250 million to Maine schools this year for some of the most vulnerable students.
Posted inDo This, Leslie Bridgers, Local & State
Gen Z Mainers embrace Valentine’s Day — in their own way
The younger generation is carrying on traditions, like giving cards and candy, but also making a concerted effort to spend time with friends and family.
Posted inBusiness, Local & State, News
Augusta Civic Center auditorium naming rights sold for $828K
The former Paul G. Poulin Auditorium to be renamed for Hammond Lumber, with the main entrance to the Augusta Civic Center to be rededicated to Poulin.
Posted inTimes Record
Sen. Tepler welcomes Topsham police to State House after officer saves a life
The Maine state senator praised Officer Jose Gomez for preventing a suicide on New Year’s Eve.