Jesse ‘Flex’ Labreck set several records while competing in track and field at Messalonskee High School and the University of Maine, and now she’s established herself as one of the top competitors in the country on ‘American Ninja Warrior.’
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Sidney man enters insanity plea in second trial on decade-old sexual assault charges against a child
Eric Bard, 32, faces a second trial after his previous conviction was overturned by the Maine Supreme Judicial Court because the district court judge who presided over the first trial improperly met with the prosecution without a lawyer for the defense present.
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Ironman 70.3 competition in Augusta expected to be economic boon for central Maine
Although the figures will not be tallied until after Sunday’s event, estimates are that the half-triathlon will generate between $8 million and $10 million in direct and indirect spending in the capital region.
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Waterville contractor who scammed elderly customers pleads guilty to felony theft charge
Tony J. Glidden, owner of Mainely Roofing and Siding, took deposits for work he never did for more than 20 customers, stealing a total of $115,000 in what the court judge described as a “scheme to prey on some of the most vulnerable people in our society.”
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A historic Vassalboro church that was focus of months-long dispute is demolished
The man who owned the former Methodist church on Priest Hill Road said he was working to renovate the building, but the town said little progress had been made and it remained a public hazard.
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Richmond Days returns after 2-year hiatus this weekend with ‘The Fabulous ’50s’ theme
The event will feature fireworks, a Frank Sinatra impersonator, a soap box-style race for children and a roller rink on Richmond’s Front Street.
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Neighborhood redemption centers becoming less common as their numbers decline
Dozens of the centers have closed over the last two years in Maine, a reflection of the difficulty in finding workers and also rising costs that nibble away at razor-thin profit margins.
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Man arrested in stabbing following argument at North Anson market, sheriff says
Jason Bushey, 41, of Chebeague Island charged with elevated aggravated assault following July 9 stabbing, according to officials.
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Court documents identify teen charged with murder in Mount Vernon girl’s killing
Aidan Grant, 15, of Wayne is charged with intentional or knowing murder in connection with the July 18 killing of Brooke McLaughlin, 14.
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New Hallowell-area superintendent resigns within a month, marking 5th to leave in 3 years
Matthew Gilbert, who took over for Tonya Arnold in February and officially began July 1 as RSU 2 superintendent, announced Friday he will leave the job Sept. 30.