A Kennebec County grand jury handed up indictments July 22 and 23.
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Prosecutor says texts show former China man repeatedly sought sexually explicit images
Defense attorneys argue that emoji, in text messages between Jared Jandreau and Jessica Cox, that were not preserved by state computer crimes experts mean the intent of the texters can’t be fully determined.
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Former Waldo County school director arrested on assault charges involving 13-year-old girl
Kevin Michaud, 58, of China was arrested on one count of simple assault, Class D, and summonsed on a charge of unlawful sexual touching, authorities said.
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As annual town meeting attendance dwindles, is secret ballot the way to go?
Towns that utilized a secret ballot for recent town meetings saw a larger turnout than those that stuck with tradition.
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Central Maine Schools taking advantage of rapid COVID-19 testing
Erskine Academy, Vassalboro Community School, Maine Central Institute, MSAD 53 and the Maine Academy of Natural Sciences among the local schools using Abbott rapid antigen tests.
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Musical family takes Oakland-based RSU 18 chorus international
Choral directors Kevin and Pam Rhein are working with their daughter and son-in-law on a choral collaboration with the Marymount International School in Rome, Italy.
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China farmer trades greenhouse frame for Vassalboro farmer’s pig to be named later
Former school mates and longtime friends barter for what they need, a greenhouse frame now for pork later.
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Superintendent: Staff member of Oakland-based RSU 18 tests positive for COVID-19
Superintendent Carl Gartley said the staff member is not a teacher and already been out of school after learning of positive tests with close contacts.
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Raider’s Sugarhouse emphasizes education on Maine Maple Producers Weekend
Doug and Gail Tibbetts say they love showing visitors how the maple process works.
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China friends complete virtual Tough Ruck marathon to benefit military families
The Tough Ruck usually takes place at Minuteman National Park in Concord, Massachusetts, but was virtual this year due to the COVID-10 pandemic.