We have lived in Augusta for six years. In that time, we have seen many beautiful things including various walking paths along the Kennebec River. However, these paths are constantly eroded by homeless encampments, along with their trash, discarded clothing and personal items such as maxi-pads and used toilet paper. If Maine wants tourism dollars, […]
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Posted inCommunity, Maine, News
Outdoors sports, activities & a move focus of week in photos
Here are some of our favorite Kennebec Journal and Morning Sentinel photos from May 29-June 4.
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Posted inCommunity, Maine, Things to Do
Local vendors set up for the Augusta Farmers Market at Mill Park
Photographer Joe Phelan captures activity at the summer market.
Posted inCommunity, Maine
Planting flowers in downtown Augusta | photos
Photographer Joe Phelan captures the sprucing up of downtown businesses.
Posted inHealth, Maine, News
With just $500, Maine’s syringe disposal program can’t get off the ground
Advocates say the state-run program could have taken a significant burden off municipalities and community organizations. Lawmakers hope it still can.
Posted inCommunity, Maine, News
Augusta’s rainbow crosswalks get coat of fresh paint | photos
Photographer Joe Phelan captures the annual tradition of honoring pride month by adding color to crosswalks.
Posted inCommunity
After months of planning, historic Augusta house is relocated
The 1899 house formerly located at 15 Western Ave. traveled on the back of a moving truck Sunday morning.
Posted inMaine, News, Politics
Why can’t Maine towns and cities hold on to their managers?
Specific reasons for the turnover vary, but the underlying causes and downstream effects are consistent across the state.
Posted inSports, Track & Field, Varsity Maine
Brunswick girls, Lewiston boys win rain-soaked KVAC Large track championships
Multiple records fall while athletes fight through rain and cold.
Posted inMaine, News
College graduations, construction, spring cleanup focus of week in photos
Here are some of our favorite Kennebec Journal and Morning Sentinel photos from May 22-28, 2026.