Knights honor men, family JAY — The Knights of Columbus, Council 320 of Jay met Jan. 8 with George Doiron, Grand Knight, presiding. Meeting opened with a prayer and a salute to the flag. The group named Neil Bourgoin and Timothy Welsh as men of the year for 2013 in recognition of their dedication and […]
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Board decides to buy police vehicle locally
WILTON — Selectmen unanimously agreed Wednesday to spend about an extra $2,100 on a 2013 Ford Police Interceptor to buy it locally. After looking at bids and options for a new vehicle, the board decided on one from Farmington Ford for $22,364, rather than an all-wheel drive Dodge Durango from New Castle Dodge Jeep Eagle […]
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Ham dinner at Masons NEW SHARON — A ham dinner will be held from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. Sunday, Jan. 13, at the Masonic Lodge Hall, Route 2. The meal includes mashed potatoes, gravy, peas, baby carrots, rolls, apple sauce, pies, tea and coffee. The cost is $8 for adults, $6 for ages 6 […]
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Michael J. Backus
AUGUSTA — LTC Michael J. Backus, 44, of Wilton, died unexpectedly on Monday, Jan. 7, of natural causes while at work at the Maine Army National Guard. He was born during a blizzard, Feb. 10, 1968, in Farmington, the son of John Backus and Brenda (Toothaker) Backus. He received his education in Wilton schools and […]
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Wilton man dies in Manchester crash
MANCHESTER — Speed and alcohol contributed to a crash early Wednesday morning that killed a Wilton man, police said. Joshua Lavine, 31, was killed when the car he was driving struck a rock, went airborne, hit trees 20 feet off the ground and flipped over on Granite Hill Road, Department of Public Safety spokesman Stephen […]
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Police investigate Wilton burglary
WILTON — Police are investigating a home burglary that occurred Sunday on the Black Road. A television, chain saw and other tools, including logging chains and a set of jacks, were taken, Police Chief Heidi Wilcox said. Police believe the burglary occurred between 6:30 a.m. and 8:30 p.m. Sunday. The homeowner returned Sunday evening to […]
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Guard’s operations branch chief dies at Camp Keyes
AUGUSTA — Veterans, state leaders and a community are mourning the death of a longtime Maine National Guard leader, Lt. Col. Michael J. Backus of Wilton. Backus died unexpectedly Monday while performing duties at Camp Keyes in Augusta, said Maj. Michael Steinbuchel, spokesman for the Maine National Guard. “The cause of his death is still […]
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Bowling results
WILTON — Shiretown League bowling results for Dec. 26 at Meadow Lanes Bowling were: Team standings: Pinsetters 245, 180; Rif Raf 232, 193; Jack’s Plumbing 230, 195; Webster Heating 215 1/2, 209 1/2; F & E Builders 205, 220; North Builders 194, 231; Powerage 190 1/2, 234 1/2; DRC 188, 237. Men’s high series scratch, […]
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Grief support programs offered for all ages
LEWISTON — Androscoggin Home Care & Hospice is offering programs this winter to provide information and support to adults and youth in central and western Maine grieving the death of a loved one. Program sessions help participants understand the grief process, share feelings and experiences and find hope and comfort. All programs are led by […]