Wednesday, December 5, 2012
Eric Wade Forcier, 27, of Farmington and Julie Ann Campana, 23, of Apple Valley, were charged in Federal Court.
The man and woman accused of an armed robbery of Northfield's America's Best Value Inn and Suites in October have been indicted in federal court. Eric Wade Forcier, 27, of Farmington, and Julie Ann Campana, 23, of Apple Valley, were charged with one count of interference with commerce by robbery pursuant to the Hobbs Act, and one count of using, carrying, possessing, and brandishing a firearm during and in relation to a crime of violence, according to the United States Department of Justice. Forcier is also charged with one count of being a felon in possession of a firearm. The indictment was filed on Dec. 3, 2012, and the defendants made their initial appearances in federal court Tuesday, Dec. 4. According to the indictment, on Oct. 29, …
Thursday, November 29, 2012
Police say Joshua Vernon Reger had hundreds of images and videos of child pornography on his laptop computer when authorities seized it.
A Farmington man is facing felony charges after police say they found images of child pornography on his computer. Joshua Vernon Reger, 26, is charged with five counts of possession of pornographic work involving minors, each of which carries a maximum penalty of five years in prison and a $5,000 fine. Each charge has a mandatory minimum penalty of a $1,500 fine. A Minneapolis police officer who is a member of the International Agency for Crimes Against Children established a connection with a computer in Farmington on Nov. 24, 2010, according to the criminal complaint. The officer determined that the computer belonged to Reger, and obtained a file list from a shared folder on his computer. That list contained 17 names, seven of which …
Police say Joshua Vernon Reger had hundreds of images and videos of child pornography on his laptop computer when authorities seized it.
A Farmington man is facing felony charges after police say they found images of child pornography on his computer. Joshua Vernon Reger, 26, is charged with five counts of possession of pornographic work involving minors, each of which carries a maximum penalty of five years in prison and a $5,000 fine. Each charge has a mandatory minimum penalty of a $1,500 fine. A Minneapolis police officer who is a member of the International Agency for Crimes Against Children established a connection with a computer in Farmington on Nov. 24, 2010, according to the criminal complaint. The officer determined that the computer belonged to Reger, and obtained a file list from a shared folder on his computer. That list contained 17 names, seven of which …
Wednesday, October 24, 2012
Letter writer: Despite Matt Little's age "he is widely respected and listened to by officials from other cities."
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Wednesday, October 24, 2012
To the editor, As a City Councilor in a neighboring city, I’d like to give an outsiders perspective on Matt Little. Despite his age, he is widely respected and listened to by officials from other cities. He and I frequently discuss issues ranging from urban chickens to municipal liquor. We often disagree but Matt has an ability that is not common among elected officials. He never takes an argument personally. We can have a robust argument about why each of us is wrong and shake hands at the end of the conversation. Many of these discussions have helped me to understand the other side, which has resulted in better policy in the City of Farmington. Candidates talk a lot about creating partnerships to save money. These partnerships are only…
Monday, October 22, 2012
Eleaschia died after a courageous 25 year battle with Cystic Fibrosis.
Editor's note: The following is an obituary posted on White Funeral Home's website. Eleaschia M. Kobi, our sweet shamrock, age 25 of Farmington passed away on October 13, 2012 after a courageous 25 year battle with Cystic Fibrosis. Preceded in death by father Pastor Paul Kobi; uncle Sean O’Hara; grandmother Janet O’Hara; great grandmother Helen Richardson. Survived by loving mother Michelle; grandparents Bill & Nancy Kobi of Walker, MN; Michael O’Hara of Binghamton, NY; uncles George Kobi and his daughters Angela (Teddy & Charlotte) & Megan, Rodd O’Hara & his children Alexa, Connor & Shane, Brenden (Melissa) O’Hara & their children Cameron & Caitlin. Also by many loving relatives and friends. Funeral Service was Thursday, October 18, 2012 …
Friday, September 21, 2012
Police say Jonathan Wayne Durbin had sexual contact with the victim beginning when she was 10 years old, and continuing until this past summer, when she was 17.
A Farmington man has been charged with sexually abusing a Lakeville girl beginning when the child was 10 years old. Jonathan Wayne Durbin, 38, is charged with two counts of third-degree criminal sexual conduct, each of which carries a maximum penalty of 15 years in prison and a $30,000 fine. The offenses charge Durbin with having illegal sexual contact with a victim with whom he had a significant relationship and who was at least 16 but younger than 18. According to the criminal complaint, the victim, now 17, told police that she began having sexual contact with Durbin when she was 10 years old and they both lived in Texas. The victim said she moved to Lakeville about a year ago, and the sexual contact between the two continued after the …
Police say Jonathan Wayne Durbin had sexual contact with the victim beginning when she was 10 years old, and continuing until this past summer, when she was 17.
A Farmington man has been charged with sexually abusing a Lakeville girl beginning when the child was 10 years old. Jonathan Wayne Durbin, 38, is charged with two counts of third-degree criminal sexual conduct, each of which carries a maximum penalty of 15 years in prison and a $30,000 fine. The offenses charge Durbin with having illegal sexual contact with a victim with whom he had a significant relationship and who was at least 16 but younger than 18. According to the criminal complaint, the victim, now 17, told police that she began having sexual contact with Durbin when she was 10 years old and they both lived in Texas. The victim said she moved to Lakeville about a year ago, and the sexual contact between the two continued after the …
Wednesday, September 19, 2012
Fire safety tip: a clean oven is a safe oven.
FIRE REPORT From Sept. 10 to Sept. 16, the Lakeville Fire Department responded to 10 calls for service: 1 mutual aid to Burnsville for a portable building fire, 1 mobile home fire, 1 motor vehicle accident, 2 gas leaks, 1 shorted electrical equipment, 3 good intents and 1 false alarm. FIRE SAFETY TIP A clean oven is a safe oven. Wipe up any food that spills during baking. Follow your oven manufacturer’s directions for cleaning. Simple oven maintenance can prevent kitchen fires
Monday, September 17, 2012
Fire tip: Help prevent dryer fires.
Help prevent dryer fires: Always make sure the lint filter is in place & make sure to clean it out after each use. Failure to clean out lint traps is the main cause of dryer fires. Make sure the dryer is properly vented and that dryer vent flaps are not freezing shut or sticking (especially in winter). Pull out the dryer occasionally to vacuum away any lint buildup inside the vent, behind or underneath the dryer. Learn how to remove the front panel of a dryer and vacuum inside there as well. FIRE REPORT From Sept. 3 to Sept. 9, the Lakeville Fire Department responded to 14 calls for service: 1 mutual aid to Farmington for a structure fire, 1 building fire, 2 medicals, 1 gas spill, and 1 gas leak.
Saturday, September 8, 2012
Annual fall maintenance checks could save a life this winter.
Annual fall maintenance checks could save a life this winter. It’s time to schedule an annual home furnace inspection with your local heating company. During this inspection, the technician will ensure that your furnace does not leak deadly carbon monoxide gas and that the unit is safe to use. Remember to keep the area around your furnace clear of flammable items. FIRE REPORT From Aug. 27 to Sept. 2, the Lakeville Fire Department responded to 19 calls for service: 1 mutual aid to Farmington for a structure fire, 1 grass fire, 1 motor vehicle accidents with injuries, 1 gas leak, 6 good intents and 9 false alarms.
