The indictments include 4 for forfeiture involving 12 properties, numerous vehicles and more than $1.3 million in cash and accounts in banks and credit unions.
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Last 6 people allegedly involved with illegal marijuana operation, money-laundering scheme appear in Bangor court
The federal government has filed a civil complaint to seize 12 properties believed to be owned by the Sirois family.
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Six defendants accused in marijuana grow, distribution and money laundering conspiracy appear in court
The attorney for Lucas Sirois, accused of being a leader of the conspiracy, has asked for a probable cause hearing to be held the week of Nov. 15.
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Federal officials say pot conspiracy involved police, prosecutor and town official
The U.S. Attorney’s Office alleges the group based in Farmington made millions growing and selling marijuana in violation of the state’s medical marijuana laws.
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Things are looking up for Maine’s downhill ski scene
Western Maine mountains are in the home stretch of getting ready for the upcoming ski season, which could start any day, weather-depending, for Sunday River Ski Resort. The head of Maine’s ski association is optimistic for an above-average year.
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Farmington firefighters and Capt. Michael Bell’s estate settle lawsuit linked to LEAP building explosion
The suit claimed negligence by C.N. Brown Co. of South Paris and Techno Metal Post Maine of Manchester.
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As Common Ground Country Fair cancels, organizers of other upcoming fairs consider changes amid COVID surge
After taking hiatuses last year, Oosoola Days, Farmington Fair, Clinton Lions Agricultural Fair and the New Portland Lions Fair all said that they plan to move forward with in-person events this month.
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Chesterville man dies after pickup truck hits bicyclist in Farmington
Christopher Krol, 55, was taken Saturday afternoon to Franklin Memorial Hospital in Farmington and later to Maine Medical Center in Portland, where he was pronounced dead Sunday morning, according to police.
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Farmington man arrested after standoff ends
Matthew Allen is charged with criminal threatening with a dangerous weapon.
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Armed standoff with Maine State Police in Farmington ends
Its tactical squad and the Maine Warden Service were called in to assist local police deal with the incident, which began Sunday morning.