Maine libraries scramble for books after distributor closes
Many bought new books from Baker & Taylor, which has been winding down operations for months, and have endured long waits while looking for new sources.
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Crews removing Western Avenue temporary bridge over I-95 in Augusta
The $30 million bridge replacement project is expected to be completed this spring.
Unanimous No. 1 in Varsity Maine boys hockey poll
Thornton Academy tightens grip on top spot, and Cheverus/Yarmouth moves up to second place.
Augusta school board member resigns after a year
April Damboise cited police presence at school board meetings and the board’s comment policy as reasons for her resignation.
Five boys basketball storylines to follow this week
Surprise teams and intriguing regional title pictures have emerged, and big matchups loom in the new year’s first full week.
Concerts, expos, auditions set for Augusta, Waterville, Skowhegan, Camden
Waterville Opera House will stage EagleMainia and The Pihcintu Multicultural Chorus performances, Northeast Motorsports Expo and Trade Show and Maine Agricultural Trades Show are scheduled back-to-back in Augusta, and auditions for ‘The Crucible’ are set for Skowhegan.
Maine forecast has more snow and a potential mix of sleet, freezing rain
The National Weather Service is warning that the quickly changing conditions could make for messy commutes, especially Wednesday morning.
What the new USPS postmark rules mean for Maine
Some tax forms and time-sensitive parcels could be considered late — even if mailed by the deadline.
Snow cleanup in Waterville and basketball tournament in Augusta featured in Week In Photos
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Lots of movement in Varsity Maine boys basketball poll
Camden Hills takes over top spot, but Sanford is right behind.
Top 2 unchanged in Varsity Maine girls basketball poll
Cheverus and Mt. Ararat have been ranked No. 1 and 2, respectively, in every poll this season.
Five Maine girls basketball storylines to follow this week
From potential playoff previews to teams looking to maintain strong starts, these squads and games are worth watching in the coming days.
Juiced. in Hallowell closing due to rent pressures
The healthy food and drink café opened on Water Street 12 years ago.
Gardiner girls basketball fends off Erskine in Class B North clash
Erskine Academy makes a late run, but the Tigers come through on defense in the final minutes to stay unbeaten.
Meet the 2025 Central Maine All-Region girls soccer team
The list includes five seniors and three sophomores.
The 10 most read central Maine stories in 2025
Among a land dispute, social media harassment and conservative eduction groups, the year also brought crime and accidents.
A New Years Eve celebration, 5 upcoming central Maine events you should get tickets for
Mike Miclon closes the year out hosting a New Year’s Eve celebration while five concerts are planned to offer a musical start to the new year: Reggie Watts plans a Gardiner show, The Mallett Brothers Band will take the stage in Camden, Lyle Lovett can be seen in Waterville, an Eilen Jewell concert is planned…
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