John Pelletier, who grew up in Fort Kent and lived in Winthrop and New Sharon, was hit by a drunk driver in 1981, and it took his life, not all at once, but inch by tragic inch.

Three men are running for the open seat vacated when Tracey Stevens’ term expired

The small park, located near the intersection of Western Avenue and Main Street, would feature picnic tables and a few benches facing the Kennebec River. The footbridge would connect the downtown with Mill Island.

Nursing home residents can take comfort in recently released federal inspection reports that found no serious deficiencies at any of five area nursing homes in Augusta, Hartland, Pittsfield and Waterville.

Seven months after federal sequestration cuts forced the area’s Meals on Wheels program to scale back its mission to feed house-bound seniors, full service has been restored.

Wendi Willette, 41, of Winslow, has been charged with stealing thousands of dollars from the Winslow High School Wrestling Boosters Club.

Built with kindness and powered by sunshine, this pioneer solar home is the latest indication that solar energy is becoming more feasible for more people.