Celebrate the best of Kennebec County at the 2025 Kennebec Journal Readers’ Choice Awards on Wednesday, November 12 at the Augusta Elks Lodge. From favorite dining spots to top shops and entertainment, discover the winners chosen by our community.
Events
2025 Greater Franklin County Readers’ Choice Ceremony
On October 2, we celebrated the 2025 Greater Franklin County Readers’ Choice winners, recognizing the best in dining, shopping, and more across Franklin County, Livermore Falls, and Livermore.
Join our newsroom listening tour today in Belfast
We want to hear from you. Attend one of these sessions to give us your feedback on local journalism in your area.
2025 Times Record Best of the Midcoast Awards Ceremony
Join us as we celebrate the local businesses and community champions who make the Midcoast thrive. This ceremony honors the people that keep our towns vibrant. Be a part of the party on Thursday, September 25, 5:00 p.m. at the Harraseeket Inn in Freeport.
Watch: Maine Voices Live with author Tom Ricks
From war zones to the woods of Maine, celebrated journalist Tom Ricks turns his award-winning writing to the place he calls home, telling stories shaped by Maine’s people and landscape. Ricks discussed his recent release “We Can’t Save You” with reporter Ray Routhier on Tuesday, September 9, at 7 p.m. at One Longfellow Square.
Open Door with Garry Jenkins, President of Bates College
Garry Jenkins brings a rare blend of legal, philanthropic, and academic leadership to the table. His experience spans from leading Wall Street boardrooms to directing one of Maine’s top colleges. Hear about and learn from his diverse leadership ethos when he sits down with Stefanie Manning on Wednesday, September 17, 2025 at 8 a.m. at the Roux Institute at Northeastern University.
Watch: Open Door with Garry Jenkins, President of Bates College
Garry Jenkins brings a rare blend of legal, philanthropic, and academic leadership to the table. His experience spans from leading Wall Street boardrooms to directing one of Maine’s top colleges. Hear about and learn from his diverse leadership ethos when he sits down with Stefanie Manning on Wednesday, September 17, 2025 at 8 a.m. at the Roux Institute at Northeastern University.
Watch: Maine Voices Live with balloon pilot Derald Young
Take flight with Derald Young, pilot of the Damn Yankee hot air balloon, who has a lifetime of wild stories and record-setting adventures. This event took place on Tuesday, August 12, 2025.
Maine Voices Live with author Tom Ricks
Join us on Tuesday, September 9, at 7 p.m. at One Longfellow Square in Portland.
Watch: Maine Voices Live with Theresa Secord, founding director of the Maine Indian Basketmakers Alliance
This event took place on Tuesday, June 3, at 7 p.m. in the Ostrove Auditorium at Colby College in Waterville.