The state’s Department of Education doesn’t offer training for active shooter situations. Local authorities like the Augusta police have been rising to meet the need.
Emily Duggan
Staff Writer
Emily Duggan is a staff writer for the Kennebec Journal. She graduated with a degree in journalism from the University of New Hampshire, where she was a news editor and staff writer for The New Hampshire. Before working at the Kennebec Journal, she interned at the Portland Press Herald and freelanced for the Granite State News Collaborative. A Portland native, Emily loves exploring the city, reading, and playing with her two cats.
Hallowell-based school district begins search for interim superintendent
Regional School Unit 2 is assembling a search committee tasked with recommending candidates to the school board by Aug. 31.
Winthrop school district adopts COVID-19 guidelines for upcoming school year, drops remote learning option
The rules build upon recently updated recommendations from the U.S. Centers for Disease Control & Prevention.
Kennebec sheriff’s officer charged with domestic assault, threatening child with gun
Daniel Ross, 29, a deputy sheriff at the Kennebec County Sheriff’s Office in Augusta, made his initial appearance in court on Wednesday.
Residents show support for, celebrate Readfield during town’s Heritage Days event
Though one annual activity elicited some controversy online, residents of all ages found various other ways to enjoy their town Saturday.
Readfield pig scramble draws controversy from animal rights group
Organizer Dennis Price has assured that the event, a part of Readfield Heritage Days, will abide by state rules and will be done with care. The Maine Animal Coalition feels differently.
Music from famed 1969 festival will fill Hallowell park as Woodstock event makes comeback
The Hallowell Woodstock and Arts Festival will take place Sunday at Granite City Park from noon to 6 p.m.
Facing high turnover in its top position, Hallowell-area school district to pursue ‘more in-depth’ hiring process for new superintendent
After five superintendents stepped down over three years, officials from Regional School Unit 2 hope that conducting a longer search will yield a candidate who wants to stay.
State police find stolen cannon, utility vehicle during arrest of 3 people in Liberty
Cole Libby, 27, had a warrant out for his arrest from three counties. Police found him at his home in Liberty with two other convicted felons.
Richmond’s Alexander Reed Road expected to reopen next month, officials say
The culvert washed out in March from rainfall.