As a lifelong Augusta resident, I wholeheartedly endorse Josh Lilley for City Council at-large. Josh, a dedicated local man with deep roots in our community and experience in retail, sales and construction, understands what makes Augusta thrive — from the Kennebec River banks to our historic downtown. His vision is clear: building a stronger, more […]
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Posted inLetters to the Editor
Wyatt Beaulieu is committed to addressing Augusta’s concerns | Letter
As an Augusta taxpayer for 60-plus years, I am most concerned about the cost of property taxes and the condition of streets in Augusta, especially downtown. It used to be safe to walk there, but no longer with the aggressive panhandling, drugs and crime. As a result, I will be voting for a City Council […]
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Posted inElections, Maine, News, Politics
Gov. Janet Mills to launch U.S. Senate campaign on Tuesday, source says
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Posted inMaine, News, Schools and Education
Protesters undress to oppose gender policy at Augusta schools
Three people partially disrobed as advocate Nicholas Blanchard challenged the school board’s recognition of transgender students under the federal policy.
Posted inGolf, Sports, Varsity Maine
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Posted inHealth, News
COVID-19 vaccines for children will be arriving in Maine soon
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Posted inFootball, Sports, Varsity Maine
Five Maine high school football storylines to follow in Week 6
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Posted inFact Brief, Maine, News
Does Maine have a law banning masks for law enforcement officers? | Fact brief
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Posted inFootball, Sports, Varsity Maine
Two squads above the rest in Varsity Maine football poll
Thornton Academy beats previous No. 1 to take over top spot.
Posted inElections, News, Politics
Here’s what candidates for governor have to say about health care in Maine
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