Here are some of our favorite Kennebec Journal and Morning Sentinel photos from May 1-7, 2026.
Rich Abrahamson
Staff Photographer
Rich is a career photojournalist and writer who got his start in newspapers in 1987 at the Fort Morgan Times in Colorado. His appreciation for photography and stories began as a kid while watching slide shows his dad created with photos shot around the family farm in Iowa and during summer vacations. A graduate of Northwest Missouri State University, Rich has built a portfolio of images from 46 states and 9 Canadian provinces. He served the Fort Collins Coloradoan newspaper for 22 years before returning to Iowa in 2013 where he was a correspondent for the Boone News-Republican and freelanced for the Ames Tribune. He also worked as a caregiver for the elderly, was a cashier at a convenience store and a custodian at Iowa State University. Rich joined the staff of the Morning Sentinel in 2019. He lives in Waterville.
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Skowhegan flower shop prepares blooms for Mother’s Day rush
Photographer Rich Abrahamson focuses on the process of creating a floral arrangement.
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Waterville drive-thru scene shows dog riding in car during rainy fast-food stop
Photographer Rich Abrahamson captures a moment of a pet checking out the menu during a quick stop for lunch.
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Eagles soar above the water in Skowhegan
Photographer Rich Abrahamson focuses on 2 birds gliding over the Kennebec River.
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Political changes, baseball, wildlife featured this week in photos
Here are some of our favorite Kennebec Journal and Morning Sentinel photos from April 24-30, 2026.
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Smithfield man enjoys a little down time with a cup of Joe in Skowhegan
Photographer Rich Abrahamson focuses on flowers and mocha latte at Joe’s Flat Iron Cafe.
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Photos: Skowhegan fire destroys Waye Street home
Photographer Rich Abrahamson captures multiple fire departments battling a house fire in which 1 person died.
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Earth Day, spring & lacross focus of this week in photos
Here are some of our favorite Kennebec Journal and Morning Sentinel photos from April 17-23, 2026.
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Demolition of Main Street buildings in Waterville clears way for Rusty Lantern
Photographer Rich Abrahamson captures workers tearing down buildings for a new convenience store and gas station.
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Cinderella Project, start of spring sports & student protest focus of week in photos
Here are some of our favorite Kennebec Journal and Morning Sentinel photos from April 10-16, 2026.