A merchant, dedicated volunteer and family man, Joseph was remembered by those whose lives he touched as ‘a wonderful representation of a human being.’

Nate Rudy, who was director of economic and community development for Gardiner since 2011, is leaving to become executive director of Waterville Creates.

Two city apartment fires in five days have left more than 30 people homeless, many of whom are living at the Super 8 Motel and Comfort Inn and looking for permanent housing.

Advocates for the return of passenger trains to the capital city say they are prepared to lobby federal officials for money.