# death notices (news sources) — RSS Amplifier Recent posts from the 1 feeds in the RSS Amplifier directory that cover death notices. Page: Feed: --- ## [Susan Collins supports Trump’s agenda | Letter](https://www.centralmaine.com/2026/08/23/susan-collins-supports-trumps-agenda-letter/) _2026-08-23 · Deb Sayer · Centralmaine.com_ If we had a President Romney, Susan Collins would likely be coasting to another term in the Senate as a moderate Republican. Sadly, she is a stalwart of the party that current Maine gubernatorial candidate Rick Bennett says he can no longer recognize. Unlike the very conservative Republican Liz Cheney, she has chosen to stay \[…\] ## [Collins’ record is not pro-feminist | Letter](https://www.centralmaine.com/2026/08/23/collins-record-is-not-pro-feminist-letter/) _2026-08-23 · Deb Sayer · Centralmaine.com_ As a feminist older than Cynthia Dill and a former high school basketball and field hockey player, I was stunned by her calling Susan Collins a “feminist” (“Susan Collins is a feminist’s best investment,” Aug. 2). I, like Dill, have questions about transgender women playing women’s sports. I believe we simply do not know yet \[…\] ## [We spent the night at southern Maine’s most remote location](https://www.centralmaine.com/2026/08/23/maine-halfway-rock-light-station-historic-preservation-lighthouse/) _2026-08-23 · Andrew Rice · Centralmaine.com_ Halfway Rock Light Station continues to inspire obsession. For owner Ford Reiche, it's about historic preservation. ## [As algal blooms rise, Androscoggin Lake groups fight to ‘keep it blue’](https://www.centralmaine.com/2026/08/23/as-algal-blooms-rise-androscoggin-lake-groups-fight-to-keep-it-blue/) _2026-08-23 · Sara Coughlin · Centralmaine.com_ Androscoggin Lake has been experiencing more frequent algal blooms for the past five years, and the community is determined to find long-term solutions. ## [My memorable maiden voyage to Vinalhaven | Victoria Hugo-Vidal](https://www.centralmaine.com/2026/08/23/my-memorable-maiden-voyage-to-vinalhaven-victoria-hugo-vidal/) _2026-08-23 · Victoria Hugo-Vidal · Centralmaine.com_ I had never been to the scenic Maine enclave before a recent day trip to celebrate my wife's birthday. Turns out I was missing a lot. ## [It’s the billionaire class vs. the rest of us. That’s why Troy Jackson is the only choice. | Opinion](https://www.centralmaine.com/2026/08/23/its-the-billionaire-class-vs-the-rest-of-us-thats-why-troy-jackson-is-the-only-choice-opinion/) _2026-08-23 · Heidi Bertels · Centralmaine.com_ I trust that whatever Jackson does will always be with the working class in mind. ## [Jail deaths go way beyond just the dimensions of a cell | Opinion](https://www.centralmaine.com/2026/08/23/jail-deaths-go-way-beyond-just-the-dimensions-of-a-cell-opinion/) _2026-08-23 · Valerie Kazarian · Centralmaine.com_ Spartan architecture isn't the problem. We need to realize that substance use and mental health disorders don't stop at the jail door. ## [Why are Muslims trusted to serve but questioned when they lead? | Opinion](https://www.centralmaine.com/2026/08/23/why-are-muslims-trusted-to-serve-but-questioned-when-they-lead-opinion/) _2026-08-23 · Abdullahi Ahmed · Centralmaine.com_ Americans should think long and hard about this disturbing double standard. ## [Disappointed with Susan Collins and New England Republicans | Letter](https://www.centralmaine.com/2026/08/23/disappointed-with-susan-collins-and-new-england-republicans-letter/) _2026-08-23 · Deb Sayer · Centralmaine.com_ Many of us here in Alabama are watching the Senate race in Maine with great interest. Our one-party state elects candidates who never veer from the most right-wing positions. For years, we have looked to senators like Susan Collins to provide bits of relief. Sadly, those rays of hope have been far too few. Our \[…\] ## [Maine’s lobstermen have Sen. Collins’ back | Letter](https://www.centralmaine.com/2026/08/23/maines-lobstermen-have-sen-collins-back-letter/) _2026-08-23 · Deb Sayer · Centralmaine.com_ The thousands of Maine fishermen who make their living on the sea will have Sen. Susan Collins’ back this November, because she’s always had our back. I am a lobsterman who lobsters out of Cushing. When Democrats tried to unfairly regulate one of Maine’s most successful, important and historically significant industries, Sen. Collins secured funding \[…\] ## [Watch Chovy Code Live (Sponsored)](https://crawlproof.com/a/ZPUsb6QKwbiN) _2026-08-23 · **Sponsored**_ Join live coding streams with real-time collaborative screen sharing, open source and free. ## [Obituary: Bethany Lynn (Joseph) Tuttle](https://www.centralmaine.com/2026/08/23/obituarybethany-lynn-joseph-tuttle-2/) _2026-08-23 · obituaries · Centralmaine.com_ WATERVILLE - Bethany Lynn (Joseph) Tuttle, 43, passed away on July 27, 2026. Bethany was born on June 13, 1983 in Waterville ... ## [Obituary: Walter Sanderson “Sandy” Day](https://www.centralmaine.com/2026/08/23/obituarywalter-sanderson-sandy-day-4/) _2026-08-23 · obituaries · Centralmaine.com_ OAKLAND - The Family of Walter Sanderson Day would like to announce the burial of “Sandy” on Saturday, Aug. 29 at ... ## [Death Notice: Bethany Lynn (Joseph) Tuttle](https://www.centralmaine.com/2026/08/23/obituarybethany-lynn-joseph-tuttle/) _2026-08-23 · obituaries · Centralmaine.com_ Tuttle, Bethany Lynn (Joseph) 43, of Waterville, July 27. Service 11 a.m., Aug. 29, Blessed Hope Church, Waterville, then reception ... ## [Obituary: Carlton L. Pratt](https://www.centralmaine.com/2026/08/23/obituarycarlton-l-pratt-2/) _2026-08-23 · obituaries · Centralmaine.com_ WINTHROP - Carlton L. Pratt passed away peacefully on Aug. 10, 2026, at the age of 81. He was born on March ... ## [Death Notice: Walter Sanderson “Sandy” Day](https://www.centralmaine.com/2026/08/23/obituarywalter-sanderson-sandy-day-3/) _2026-08-23 · obituaries · Centralmaine.com_ ## [Obituary: Stephen Meyer Hatch](https://www.centralmaine.com/2026/08/23/obituarystephen-meyer-hatch-2/) _2026-08-23 · obituaries · Centralmaine.com_ AUGUSTA - Stephen Meyer Hatch died on July 24, 2026 at Augusta Maine General after a long illness. He was born, ... ## [Death Notice: Carlton L. Pratt](https://www.centralmaine.com/2026/08/23/obituarycarlton-l-pratt/) _2026-08-23 · obituaries · Centralmaine.com_ Pratt, Carlton L. 81, of Winthrop, Aug. 10. Service w/ honors 2 p.m., Aug. 25, Maine Veterans Cemetery, Augusta. Care of ... ## [Death Notice: Stephen Meyer Hatch](https://www.centralmaine.com/2026/08/23/obituarystephen-meyer-hatch/) _2026-08-23 · obituaries · Centralmaine.com_ Hatch, Stephen Meyer 70, in Augusta, July 24. Celebration of life held later. Care of Kincer Funeral Home, Richmond. ... ## [Red Sox score 3 in 9th for walk-off win against Giants](https://www.centralmaine.com/2026/08/22/red-sox-score-3-in-9th-for-walk-off-win-against-giants/) _2026-08-23 · Associated Press · Centralmaine.com_ Eli White scores the winning run, a play upheld by replay, and Boston rallies to beat San Francisco. ## [Patriots score late to earn preseason win over Eagles](https://www.centralmaine.com/2026/08/22/patriots-score-late-to-earn-preseason-win-over-eagles/) _2026-08-23 · Kyle Hightower - Associated Press · Centralmaine.com_ New England's backup QB Tommy DeVito throws for 151 yards in the first half as most starters for both teams sit. ## [Stop CI/CD & Supply-Chain Attacks (Sponsored)](https://crawlproof.com/a/wVPdxcX1hnXW) _2026-08-23 · **Sponsored**_ Per-PR: 17 CI/CD checks and package malware scans with inline Check Run findings. ## [Nesowadnehunk Stream offers magnificent mountain views](https://www.centralmaine.com/2026/08/22/nesowadnehunk-stream-offers-magnificent-mountain-views/) _2026-08-22 · Carey Kish · Centralmaine.com_ The stream along the mountains flows into Baxter State Park. ## [US imposes 50% tariffs on $20 billion worth of Canadian products](https://www.centralmaine.com/2026/08/22/us-imposes-50-tariffs-on-20-billion-worth-of-canadian-products/) _2026-08-22 · PAUL WISEMAN and ROB GILLIES - Associated Press · Centralmaine.com_ Canada says it will retaliate by matching fees 'dollar for dollar.' ## [Graham Platner still has my vote in November | Letter](https://www.centralmaine.com/2026/08/22/graham-platner-still-has-my-vote-in-november-letter/) _2026-08-22 · Deb Sayer · Centralmaine.com_ Several times daily I have the pleasure of watching Zohran Mamdani do something great for New York City, or Abdul El-Sayed win the Democratic Senate nomination in Michigan, or any of the other numerous progressive candidates moving forward in so many wonderful states. I get excited and feel hopeful. Then I always remember that Maine \[…\] ## [Camp Modin seeks protection order against Belgrade man it says fired shots nearby](https://www.centralmaine.com/2026/08/22/camp-modin-seeks-protection-order-against-belgrade-man-who-fired-shots-nearby/) _2026-08-22 · Abigail Pritchard · Centralmaine.com_ The camp, which has operated for more than a century, was occupied by hundreds, including children, at the time of the incident. ## [Don’t fall for Republican distractions | Opinion](https://www.centralmaine.com/2026/08/22/dont-fall-for-republican-distractions-opinion/) _2026-08-22 · Lenny Shine · Centralmaine.com_ Independent and GOP voters should not support people who are in the business of hurting them. ## [Marine electrification is an economic opportunity for Maine | Opinion](https://www.centralmaine.com/2026/08/22/marine-electrification-is-an-economic-opportunity-for-maine-opinion/) _2026-08-22 · Lia Morris and Brent Dancey · Centralmaine.com_ Commercial vessels are already making the transition. Maine needs the infrastructure, financing and workforce to compete in a growing global market. ## [Collins’ divisiveness and dishonesty show it’s time for Troy | Letter](https://www.centralmaine.com/2026/08/22/collins-disingenuousness-shows-its-time-for-troy-letter/) _2026-08-22 · Deb Sayer · Centralmaine.com_ The senator is not the straight-shooting moderate she tries to portray herself as. ## [Willson Contreras hits 3-run homer to lift Red Sox past Giants](https://www.centralmaine.com/2026/08/21/willson-contreras-hits-3-run-homer-to-lift-red-sox-past-giants/) _2026-08-22 · Associated Press · Centralmaine.com_ Boston beats San Francisco in Rafael Devers' first game at Fenway Park since his trade last season. ## [Roman Anthony doubles in Sea Dogs’ loss to Fightin Phils](https://www.centralmaine.com/2026/08/21/roman-anthony-doubles-in-sea-dogs-loss-to-fightin-phils/) _2026-08-22 · Staff report · Centralmaine.com_ Portland falls 2 1/2 games behind Reading in the second-half standings with the loss. ## [Rafael Devers won’t revisit end with Red Sox in return to Fenway](https://www.centralmaine.com/2026/08/21/rafael-devers-wont-revisit-end-with-red-sox-in-return-to-fenway/) _2026-08-21 · KYLE HIGHTOWER - Associated Press · Centralmaine.com_ Devers was traded to San Francisco after refusing to play first base for Boston last season. ## [Ship everywhere from one CLI (Sponsored)](https://crawlproof.com/a/DSUNKDLfS6mA) _2026-08-21 · **Sponsored**_ One codebase, hosted runners, encrypted credentials, and automated submissions across stores ## [Bobby Charles, Republican candidate for Maine governor, doesn’t plan to attend JD Vance event](https://www.centralmaine.com/2026/08/21/bobby-charles-republican-candidate-for-maine-governor-doesnt-plan-to-attend-jd-vance-event/) _2026-08-21 · Rachel Ohm · Centralmaine.com_ A spokesperson for Charles said Friday that he was already scheduled to meet Monday with members of Maine's addiction and recovery community. ## [New Hampshire man identified as pilot killed in Bristol small plane crash](https://www.centralmaine.com/2026/08/21/new-hampshire-man-identified-as-pilot-killed-in-bristol-small-plane-crash/) _2026-08-21 · Drew Johnson · Centralmaine.com_ Officials say John Hall, 54, died at the scene of the crash in Pemaquid Harbor. His 21-year-old son, the lone passenger, was able to escape. ## [Ice cream social, fall sports, horse camp, nurse honored are focus of central Maine week in photos](https://www.centralmaine.com/2026/08/21/ice-cream-social-fall-sports-horse-camp-nurse-honored-focus-of-central-maine-week-in-photos/) _2026-08-21 · Anna Chadwick and Joe Phelan · Centralmaine.com_ Here are some of our favorite Kennebec Journal and Morning Sentinel photos from Aug. 14-20, 2026. ## [Wilton water pipeline project ahead of schedule, on budget](https://www.centralmaine.com/2026/08/21/wilton-water-pipeline-project-ahead-of-schedule-on-budget/) _2026-08-21 · Rebecca Richard · Centralmaine.com_ The water system improvement project is expected to be completed in November, with 896 feet of pipeline carrying untreated water. ## [Augusta Downtown Alliance executive director exits after 2 months](https://www.centralmaine.com/2026/08/21/augusta-downtown-alliance-executive-director-exits-after-two-months/) _2026-08-21 · Sara Coughlin · Centralmaine.com_ The organization has lost 3 executive directors in just over a year. ## [Lawmakers order review of circumstances around death of abused Bangor child](https://www.centralmaine.com/2026/08/21/lawmakers-order-review-of-circumstances-around-death-of-abused-bangor-child/) _2026-08-21 · Rachel Ohm · Centralmaine.com_ The Government Oversight Committee has authorized an independent evaluation in the case of Braxtyn Smith. ## [Tell us about your Maine home renovations, regrets and recommendations](https://www.centralmaine.com/2026/08/21/tell-us-about-your-maine-home-renovations-regrets-and-recommendations/) _2026-08-21 · Kelley Bouchard · Centralmaine.com_ The Maine Trust for Local News is seeking tips for feature stories about notable properties, contractors and craftspeople in the building trades. ## [Who pays for search and rescue operations in Maine?](https://www.centralmaine.com/2026/08/21/who-pays-for-search-and-rescue-operations-in-maine/) _2026-08-21 · Megan Gray · Centralmaine.com_ Neighboring New Hampshire sometimes bills people for the cost. ## [Wind grounds balloons, but spirits stay high as balloon festival kicks off in Lewiston](https://www.centralmaine.com/2026/08/21/wind-grounds-balloons-but-spirits-stay-high-as-balloon-festival-kicks-off-in-lewiston-2/) _2026-08-21 · Emily Duggan · Centralmaine.com_ Friday morning's cancellations disappointed some festivalgoers and pilots, but organizers are hopeful for the rest of the weekend. ## [Disappointed in Augusta City Council decisions | Letter](https://www.centralmaine.com/2026/08/21/disappointed-in-augusta-city-council-decisions-letter/) _2026-08-21 · Deb Sayer · Centralmaine.com_ Between the Augusta City Council’s decision to eschew public safety and place a moratorium on new or expanded needle exchange programs, the property reassessments that should’ve happened years ago (and now will hurt many families and their homes) and the slashed city and school budget, all that I have to say is that I am \[…\] ## [Definition of genocide has been watered down | Letter](https://www.centralmaine.com/2026/08/21/definition-of-genocide-has-been-watered-down-letter/) _2026-08-21 · Deb Sayer · Centralmaine.com_ Abby Alfred’s Aug. 15 op-ed about Israel (“Maine’s Jewish leadership elects to turn a blind eye”) deserves a response. She characterizes letters from Jewish leadership rejecting the term “genocide” in reference to Israel’s violence toward Palestinians as an “embarrassment,” “delusional,” lacking moral courage and depraved. Why does she not share what those Jewish leaders actually \[…\] ## [Shouldn’t we all have Trump Derangement Syndrome right now? | Opinion](https://www.centralmaine.com/2026/08/21/shouldnt-we-all-have-trump-derangement-syndrome-right-now-opinion/) _2026-08-21 · Pete Begley · Centralmaine.com_ Our country would likely be better for it if we did. ## [We need to advocate for fair, effective climate legislation | Letter](https://www.centralmaine.com/2026/08/21/we-need-to-advocate-for-fair-effective-climate-legislation-letter/) _2026-08-21 · Deb Sayer · Centralmaine.com_ Susan Atkinson’s Aug. 3 op-ed (“Air pollution ignores international borders. What to do?”) explains a straightforward policy that would reduce the carbon emissions that are responsible for climate change. This policy, Carbon Fee & Dividend (CF&D), was first introduced during the Reagan administration. Republicans liked it because it was a policy that wouldn’t increase the \[…\] ## [Skowhegan ATV trails, access continue to grow](https://www.centralmaine.com/2026/08/21/skowhegan-atv-trails-access-continue-to-grow/) _2026-08-21 · Jake Freudberg · Centralmaine.com_ The local club’s efforts to expand and bring more riders to town have raised some landowner concerns about public safety. ## [Young riders take the reins at Copper Creek Stables in Litchfield](https://www.centralmaine.com/2026/08/21/young-riders-take-the-reins-at-copper-creek-stables-in-litchfield/) _2026-08-21 · Anna Chadwick · Centralmaine.com_ Staff photographer Anna Chadwick captures summer camp activities during a four-day hands-on camp. ## [Whitefield’s Head Tide Hill Road remains closed in standoff](https://www.centralmaine.com/2026/08/20/whitefields-head-tide-hill-road-remains-closed-in-standoff/) _2026-08-20 · Staff Report · Centralmaine.com_ A person who evaded arrest has fled into a home and has threatened deputies. ## [JD Vance to visit Maine on Monday](https://www.centralmaine.com/2026/08/20/jd-vance-to-visit-maine-on-monday/) _2026-08-20 · Drew Johnson · Centralmaine.com_ The vice president is scheduled to speak at a manufacturing facility in Brewer. ## [Legislative panel considers investigating handling of Lewiston mass shooting victims fund](https://www.centralmaine.com/2026/08/20/legislative-panel-considers-investigating-handling-of-lewiston-mass-shooting-victims-fund/) _2026-08-20 · Mark LaFlamme · Centralmaine.com_ At issue is nearly $7 million raised by the Maine Community Foundation to help 162 people impacted by the shootings in October of 2023. ## [Maine’s drought conditions keep getting worse](https://www.centralmaine.com/2026/08/20/maines-drought-conditions-keep-getting-worse/) _2026-08-20 · Drew Johnson · Centralmaine.com_ The U.S. Drought Monitor estimates that nearly 900,000 Mainers are under some level of drought. ## [5 arguments Bobby Charles plans to make in the Maine governor’s race](https://www.centralmaine.com/2026/08/20/5-arguments-bobby-charles-plans-to-make-in-the-maine-governors-race/) _2026-08-20 · Rachel Ohm · Centralmaine.com_ Charles, a Republican, outlined the things he plans to focus on between now and November during a campaign stop Thursday in Gorham.