In October 2020, Christopher T. Farrow led police on a chase across central Maine and fled the state before he was arrested in Vermont months later.
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From the archives: The 1963 eclipse brought wonder, disappointment to central Maine
The people who could see the rare astronomical phenomenon were awed, but because of rainstorms, many never got a glimpse.
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High schoolers pull all-nighter for robotics, cybersecurity, video game competition
About 90 high schoolers from across the state competed in the annual Thomas Cup on Friday, an event where students stay up all night to compete in a unique array of challenges ranging from crime scene analysis to a League of Legends tournament.
Posted inLocal & State, Maine Crime, Morning Sentinel, News
Bingham man with sex offense history indicted on charges he sexually assaulted minors last July
Christopher C. Cates, 48, of Bingham, who is a lifetime registered sexual offender, was indicted earlier this month on charges he sexually assaulted multiple children and later attempted to interfere in the investigation into his conduct following his arrest.
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Somerset County woman among 41 charged in Boston drug and racketeering sweep
The dozens of people charged are described as members and associates of a notorious Jamaica Plain gang.
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Dexter regional school evacuated following bomb threat
Ridge View Community School, which enrolls students from prekindergarten through eighth grade, was cleared Thursday, and students were taken across town to Dexter Regional High School, where parents picked them up.
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Teenager killed, 3 hurt when pickup truck leaves St. Albans road, hits tree
A preliminary investigation has determined the pickup was traveling too fast Friday when the 18-year-old driver lost control and the truck veered off Dudley Brook Road, according to the Somerset County Sheriff’s Office.
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Man dies when fire destroys house in Newport
Allen Easley, 54, was killed Sunday in the blaze at 578 Mullen Road. His mother, who owned the house, survived, according to officials.
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Palmyra arson case results in grand jury indictment of woman
A Somerset County grand jury this month indicted Alison R. Trask, 44, of Palmyra on several counts following a fire in July.
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Skowhegan Savings promotes Amanda Bell to community banker
Skowhegan Savings recently announced the promotion of Amanda Bell to community banker in the bank’s eastern, central and northern Maine markets. Based out of the Dexter branch, Bell will assist the bank’s customers with their home buying needs. “We’re excited to have Amanda join our community banking team, as she has extensive experience in helping […]