Attorney general clears officers in 3 police shootings, but backlog continues

Police officers involved in three on-duty shootings were cleared of wrongdoing and were legally justified in using deadly force, the state Attorney General's Office determined this week.

State investigation finds police use of force justified in February shooting death of Pittsfield man

The death of Gregory Lasselle, 27, was one of five police shootings statewide that the Maine attorney general's office has recently found to be justified.

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.

Diocese announces Masses in Spanish in 8 communities

Participating churches are in Lewiston, Pittsfield, Skowhegan and Waterville.

Anna Maria College names local dean’s list students

Two local students graduate from Clarkson University

Lane closed after blown tire causes motor home to veer into woods off I-95 in Pittsfield

Motor home towing Chevrolet Suburban when it blows tires near mile marker 144, causing driver to lose control.

State police search for Jay man after pursuit through multiple towns

Police say they are looking for Barry Hall, 33, after he led officers late Friday on an automobile chase and then fled on foot.

Residents give preliminary approval to Pittsfield-area school district’s $13.4 million budget

Maine School Administrative District 53, which serves Burnham, Detroit and Pittsfield, held its annual budget hearing Thursday.

Health network announces May workshops

Free workshops are available to help with diabetes, chronic conditions, and falls prevention/balance.