A web of shell companies and illegal grows allegedly linked to Chinese organized crime traces its start to one former Democratic legislator, his cannabis consulting business, and his chain of central Maine dispensaries.
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Posted inMaine, Maine Crime, News
Former state prosecutor released after child sex abuse material sentence
James M. Cameron, who had been Maine’s former top drug prosecutor, also fled the state while on bail, prompting an 18-day manhunt.
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Posted inMaine, News
Brunswick to Augusta rail trail nears vote, but questions remain
The Lower Road rail line, which has not been used consistently since the 1980s, could be replaced with a multiuse trail if state lawmakers give their approval, but a rail company is also interested in the line.
Posted inBusiness, News
All-day bagel and pizza shop to open in next month in downtown Hallowell
After serving bagels in the morning, owner Ryan Ellis said he hopes to keep Lately’s open to serve New York-style pizza to Hallowell’s late-night crowd.
Posted inCommunity, Connections, Franklin, Guides, Lewiston-Auburn, Maine, Oxford Hills, River Valley
Farmers markets are open. Here are some to visit around central and western Maine.
Here is a partial list of area markets open on designated days.
Posted inEncore, Things to Do
ArtWalk LA, local music and flower festivals | Get out!
Things to do this week in the area.
Posted inNews
Hallowell library to miss out on $26,000 after tax district confusion
The Hubbard Free Library has not been added to the city’s downtown TIF district because of a misunderstanding over allowable expenses, blocking thousands in City Council-approved funding.
Posted inNews
Hallowell asks for bids, proposals to renovate historic fire station
This is the second time Hallowell officials have tried to offload the building, but the first attempt solicited only one bid, which the city rejected.
Posted inMaine, News
Maine river flooding risk lower than normal, but ice jam risk higher
U.S. Coast Guard icebreakers not currently expected to be called to break ice on the Kennebec River this spring.
Posted inMaine, News
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.