A tragic fire totally destroyed the Skowhegan State Fair "Grand Stand" and nearby "Constitution Hall" in the early morning hours.
The fire started in the grand stand building and then spread to the constitution hall. Many stored vehicles inside, such as RV campers, boats and automobiles, were also destroyed in the blaze.
The Grand Stand, built in 1935, replaced the previous grand stand that succumbed to fire in 1934. This structure was renovated in the early 1990’s. Constitution Hall had also been recently upgraded. Arson was the cause and a suspect turned himself in and then was charged shortly after the blaze was reported. The State Fire Marshal's Office was on the scene investigating. |
