Maine reports first measles case since 2019
The case was confirmed by the Maine CDC on Thursday.
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State police ID victim shot Monday in Augusta homicide
The victim of the Monday night shooting on Flagg Street was identified as Billyjack Curtis, 51, of Augusta.
Augusta is reassessing real estate. What does that mean for your property taxes?
The revaluation is expected to be complete by July, with residential properties expected to take on more of the city’s tax burden.
Why was a Massachusetts man’s 18-year Waterville attempted murder sentence reinstated?
Maine’s highest court, on Irineu B. Goncalves’ appeal, ruled the judge erred in considering the alleged assault of a hotel clerk who intervened in his attack.
Maine copy of the Declaration of Independence to tour state
The Maine Historical Society in Portland announced 16 stops Thursday as part of a slate of events to celebrate the United States’ 250th anniversary.
Dentists testify in favor of bill that would reduce wait times for children
The proposed bill would increase reimbursement rates for pediatric patients who need general anesthesia for dental work.
Albion driver pleads guilty in deaths of twin toddlers
Benjamin Lancaster will serve 15 years in prison for striking twin 2 1/2 year-old boys while their mother was pushing them in a stroller and then leaving the scene.
Maine’s hospitals chase financial stability as Medicaid cuts loom
About 40% of Maine’s hospitals are currently losing money, said Steven Michaud, president of the Maine Hospital Association.
Frances Perkins to be inducted into Maine Women’s Hall of Fame
The trailblazing public servant, social reformer and first woman to serve in the Cabinet of a U.S. president will be honored at a ceremony in March.
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West Gardiner home gutted by fire
The American Red Cross to help man displaced by the fire.
Central Maine sports, snow removal, outdoor recreation featured in week in photos
Here are some of our favorite Kennebec Journal and Morning Sentinel photos from Jan. 30-Feb. 5, 2026.
Unanimous No. 1 in Varsity Maine girls basketball poll faces tough finish
Undefeated Cheverus will be tested in its final two regular season games against top-6 opponents.
Concerts & comedy: Central Maine towns gear up for weekend
Hard Tellin’, Not Knowing planned for Waterville, Mallett Brothers Band to perform in Camden, Bearly Dead to take stage in Waldoboro, Dropkick Murphys ready for Portland, all as Snowfest preparations are underway in Somerset County.
As Maine student enrollment declines, districts face consequences, and seek opportunities
The 2025-26 data shows a drop of more than 2,000 students statewide since last year. The decline has ripple effects for Maine’s school funding formula and construction backlog.
In central Maine, early ice makes smelt fishing nice
About a half-dozen smelt camps report fishing and business has been good so far this season after multiple rough years.
Bonny Eagle, Oxford Hills win Class A cheering regionals
The Scots win the South after coming close in back-to-back years, and the Vikings build off their KVAC title-winning performance.
Kennebec sheriff seeking information after Farmingdale shots fired incident
A video released by the Kennebec County Sheriff’s Office shows 3 people running through an apartment complex parking lot in Farmingdale late Friday, with 2 of them shooting toward a building.
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