Houlton Appoints Three After Manager's Arrest

In Houlton, Maine, Town Manager Cameron Clark was arrested on felony domestic-violence and witness-tampering charges, which sparked public unrest and prompted five council resignations. With only two councilors remaining, they appointed Jeffrey Maguire, Jantzen Craine and John "J.J." Schools to restore a quorum. The appointees will serve on the council until the 2026 municipal election. New members said they are committed to transparency and community engagement as the town works to reestablish regular governance.