Max Williams

Senior @NewhouseSU || @CitrusTV Reporter and Evening Anchor

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#NOW: @grahamformaine is speaking with voters right now in Bar Harbor at a campaign rally. He started by addressing recent allegations of sexting he has admitted to and sexual abuse allegations he denies. He thanked Mainers for standing by him amid those allegations.

[CBS 13 News @WGME]

Appelton’s Volunteer Fire Captain Kevin Callahan is still processing Friday’s scene where flames tore through Robbins Lumber Yard in Searsmont. “It was literally Hell. Smoke, fire, burning trucks, burning people,” he said.

DETAILS: https://t.co/oPrLYkRa36

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#BREAKING: The Maine State Fire Marshals Office has confirmed that one firefighter died on the scene of a massive fire at a lumber mill in Searsport today. We have still have crews live in the area.

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#Maine is getting one step closer to allowing Mainers to install plug-in solar panels on their home or apartment. The bill supporting this idea has passed the Maine legislature and is now on Gov. Mills desk to be signed into law. If approved, would you buy one? @WGME

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#DEVELOPING: We’re continuing our coverage on ICE’s expected expansion into Maine.

Today, we’re focusing on two key questions:

Will detainees be held at the Cumberland County Jail?

What guidance is the Cumberland County DA’s office giving local police?

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#WeatherWarnDay: We are in Weather Authority One today, tracking today's wet and windy storm. We have not seen any damage yet, although some white caps are along the coast in Scarborough. Over 4,000 are without power across the state.

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@portlandjetport is already seeing some flight cancellations as the FAA is set to gradually cut 10% of flight traffic starting Friday amid safety concerns due to the government shutdown.

We are live on @WGME at 5:00 PM with the latest on what you need to know if you have travel plans coming up.

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VERDICT: Judge is sentencing Thomas Tellier to a maximum of 38 years.

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HAPPENING NOW: I am inside the Oxford County Courthouse, where we are waiting for the arrival of Thomas Tellier, who will appear before a judge to be sentenced.

Tellier was found guilty of murdering his stepson in 2022 and could face up to at least 25 years to life in prison.

I will share updates on what's happening in the courtroom throughout the morning. @WGME

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The stepfather also just went before the judge telling family and friends, “I’m sorry for putting you through this and I’m sorry I can’t take him back.”

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The court is now in recess.

➡️ Defense is asking for a minimum life sentence (25 Years) based on Tellier:

- Having no criminal history
- A strong history of employment
- An army veteran
- Say, while he is a “murderer,” we all make mistakes and can not be held accountable for one action.
- Tellier himself is showing remorse to friends and family today.

➡️ Prosecutors are asking for 48 years based on:

- Child being present at the time of murder.
- Showing no remorse during the murder, saying “he was happy his stepson was gone.”
- Text messages leading up to the murder showed that he hated Nicholas and had intentions of killing him.
- The extent of emotional damage it has had on Nicholas’s mother and other family members.

[Luke Radel @lukeradel]

WATCH: I asked @PressSec Karoline Leavitt about foreign students who have had their visas revoked, including 3 at @SyracuseU: “So long as they’re not engaging in illegal behavior, they have nothing to worry about.”

My follow-up: “Is protesting illegal behavior?” @CitrusTVNews

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CALLING ALL COFFEE LOVERS: Trump's latest tariff plan will raise the price of coffee imports, meaning your favorite cup of coffee will soon be pricey💰. Let us know if your plan for drinking coffee will change. Answer my poll below, which will be featured on @NCCNewsOnline tonight. #CoffeeLovers #coffeebreak #Coffee #CNY

[Michael Lamorte @LamorteReport]

BREAKING: We’re learning of police presence on the South side of Syrcause, after multiple reports of a shooting. Awaiting information from SPD, stay tuned.@CitrusTVNews

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JOB SEARCH: I’m actively looking for an MMJ/Reporter position as I prepare to graduate from the @NewhouseSU in May.

I’m excited to share my updated MMJ reel from my time as a senior reporter @SyracuseU and @CitrusTV.

I’m honored to say my reporting has been recognized for excellence in journalism at both the national and regional levels. Additionally, I’ve had the opportunity to gain hands-on professional experience through internships at @NBC10 and @wpri12.

I’m eager to find a newsroom where I can continue to grow, learn, and tell impactful stories that resonate with the community.

If you know of any opportunities or would like to connect, please reach out.

Want to see more of my work? Check out my website: https://t.co/gbQMFD0DOc

#journalismjobs #hiring #reporter #journojobs #mediajobs #journalism

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@CharlesSirey Good luck!

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SENSLESS ACT: A Syracuse man was arraigned in court today after killing his 11-year-old son and 32-year-old girlfriend late Monday night. David Huff is being charged with murder in the first degree, two counts of murder in the second degree, and criminal possession of a weapon. @NCCNewsOnline is now learning that Huff used a shotgun and even tried shooting his father, who was trying to call 9-1-1 but failed.

The full story will be posted soon.