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Penobscot County corrections officer accused of soliciting sex from inmates

By Marie Weidmayer, Bangor Daily News Staff A former corrections officer used his position to receive oral sex from two women incarcerated at the Penobscot County Jail, according to court records.

Dexter sells fire truck to Aurora department

DEXTER — A more than 25-year-old Dexter engine truck will still be used to fight fires in the state of Maine.

Penobscot County’s criminal case backlog is still one of the highest in Maine

By Marie Weidmayer, Bangor Daily News Staff The backlog of criminal cases in Penobscot County is slowly easing after a spike caused by COVID-19 — but still remains among the highest in the state when compared with pre-pandemic numbers.

Penobscot County corrections officer charged with sexual assault

By Marie Weidmayer, Bangor Daily News Staff A now-former Penobscot County Sheriff’s correctional officer is facing criminal charges of sexual assault and tobacco trafficking.

Greenville Planning Board looking at by-law amendments

GREENVILLE — The adjustments do not need to be made in the immediate future, but the Greenville Planning Board is looking to make a pair of amendments to its by-laws.

Hiker rescued from Knife Edge

A 43-year old female hiker suffered a broken ankle Sept.

Monson radio tower to receive backup power system

DOVER-FOXCROFT — During the weekend storm that struck New England, consisting of what was once Hurricane Lee, the Monson Fire Department was responding to a number of calls in the town as well as the surrounding area these firefighters cover.

Maine judge accused of driving with a blood alcohol level nearly twice legal limit

By Marie Weidmayer.

Department of Public Safety promotes Safe Homes Awareness Month

In honor of Safe Homes Awareness Month, the Department of Public Safety is encouraging Mainers to keep themselves and their families safe by properly securing their prescription drugs, firearms, and other dangerous weapons.

Greenville special town meeting vote set for 4-year-old after-school program

GREENVILLE — A potential after-school care program for pre-kindergarten students through the Moosehead Caring for Kids Foundation and the Greenville Recreation Department could be launched if funding is approved by residents at a special town meeting scheduled for the evening of Sept.

Maine firefighters from across the state convene in Presque Isle

By Paul Bagnall, The Star-Herald Staff PRESQUE ISLE — More than 70 fire departments turned out for the 59th annual Maine State Federation of Firefighters Convention that featured a Saturday parade down Main Street in Presque Isle.

Maine’s rural counties scramble to fill gaps in police patrols

By Joyce Kryszak, The Maine Monitor A late summer breeze whispered through the soaring pines surrounding Andy Foss’ home on the shore of Gardner Lake in Washington County, where he sits reflecting on his more than a quarter-century of public service as a law enforcement officer.

Mountain View Correctional Facility resident dies

By Ethan Andrews, Bangor Daily News Staff CHARLESTON — The Maine Department of Corrections stated Sept.

Authorization may help expedite Milo public safety building process

MILO — The town of Milo is currently in the early planning stages of a new building to house the fire, police, and public works departments.

Penobscot County sheriff deputies will soon get body and dash cameras

By Marie Weidmayer, Bangor Daily News Staff BANGOR — Penobscot County Sheriff’s Office deputies will have body-worn and dashboard cameras starting next year.

Man indicted in I-95 crash that killed woman

By Christopher Burns, Bangor Daily News Staff An Atkinson man has been indicted for his role in a 2022 crash on Interstate 95 in Waterville that left a woman dead.

County to go with Bangor firm for jail HVAC upgrades

DOVER-FOXCROFT — The Piscataquis County Commissioners selected ABM Mechanical, Inc.

Maine prison official accepted bribes for 9 years, court records say

By Marie Weidmayer, Bangor Daily News Staff A prison official allegedly stole more than $10,000 from the state of Maine over the course of nine years.

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