Trevor Averill, 27, becomes the fifth parent in Maine to be charged this year with murder or manslaughter in the death of a child.
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10-year-old Turner boy critically injured in ATV crash
The accident occurred around 1 p.m. near 55 Bean St. in Turner.
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At age 23, Livermore woman is one of the youngest people to graduate law school in Maine
Mikala L. Holt was sworn in as a lawyer on June 30.
Posted inLewiston-Auburn, Maine
Browntail moth caterpillars already a big nuisance in Androscoggin County
Not only are the number of caterpillars increasing, but researchers are finding populations in central and western Maine for the first time since the caterpillars were identified in the state over 100 years ago.
Posted inHealth, Maine, News
Even when the vaccine travels to them, many Mainers won’t take it
In rural communities like the Androscoggin County town of Turner, enthusiasm about vaccinations is tepid.
Posted inCops & Courts, Maine, News
Turner man denies double murder of Troy and Dulsie Varney
A judge ordered Patrick Maher to continue to be held without bail pending trial.
Posted inCops & Courts, Lewiston-Auburn, News
Auburn man denies charges from fatal Turner crash last year
Spencer W. Dowd pleaded not guilty to a manslaughter charge in a crash that killed a Turner teenager.
Posted inCops & Courts, Lewiston-Auburn, News
Court papers detail scene in Turner couple’s killing
A police affidavit describes how an intruder broke into the home of Troy and Dulsie Varney and how Troy Varney subdued the suspect.
Posted inAmerican Journal, Lakes Region Weekly, Northern Forecaster
Maple Weekend limited, but still a sweet spot amid pandemic
The pandemic has forced changes to the popular annual event at sugarhouses in the area, including curbside service and social distancing.
Posted inCops & Courts, Lewiston-Auburn, News
Judge orders mental examinations for suspect in Turner slayings
Patrick J. Maher, 24, appeared Wednesday via video in a Lewiston courtroom, charged with the murders of Troy and Dulsie Varney. All affidavits for the case have been sealed for one month at the request of Maher’s lawyer.