Somerset County has remained the least-vaccinated county in Maine, drawing concern from local officials as thousands are expected to visit Skowhegan in the coming weeks.
Taylor Abbott
Taylor Abbott is a staff writer for the Morning Sentinel, covering Skowhegan, Norridgewock, Madison and Anson. She previously worked at the Forecaster, where she covered stories for the Northern and Coastal Journal editions. Taylor graduated from the University of Maine in 2019 with a degree in journalism. A Maine native, Taylor enjoys spending time with her family, reading, live music and exploring beaches along the coast of Maine.
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Madison woman injured in Norridgewock crash
Jenna Watters, 31, was driving a 2011 Mitsubishi sport utility vehicle east on Route 2/Skowhegan Road when the crash occurred, police say.
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Skowhegan State Fair organizers expecting big crowd for 203rd annual event
The fair kicks off on Thursday with plans to bring the circus to town as a new addition to the longstanding 10-day event.
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Skowhegan whitewater recreation park plan draws concerns as town seeks property easements
As the town seeks to build a whitewater park in the Kennebec River that will be the centerpiece of an “outdoor recreation Mecca,” some residents express enthusiasm, while others voice concerns about noise, traffic, and other environmental factors.
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The Village Inn and Tavern marks building’s 100th anniversary as an inn in Belgrade Lakes
Members of the community and others, including former owners of The Village Inn and Tavern, gather Sunday to celebrate.
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Aggressive driving leads to deadly crash on I-95 in Sidney, police say
Miles Ranger, 52, of Old Orchard Beach dies at hospital Thursday following two-vehicle crash.
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Skowhegan River Fest kicks off weeklong celebration Sunday
Events are scheduled to begin at 10 a.m. Sunday with a fly fishing clinic at Lake George Regional Park East.
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Solar panel field planned for former Skowhegan landfill site
A public hearing for three items, including a solar ordinance and proposed solar project, will be held Aug. 10 at the regular Board of Selectmen meeting in Skowhegan.
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Waterville Board of Education moves forward with junior high addition for grades 4-5
The board OK’d a $26.1 million school budget while also approving $6.12 million addition to the Waterville Junior High School.
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St. Albans man accused of sexually assaulting child
Andrew C. Smith, 28, is charged with gross sexual assault and unlawful sexual contact.