Cape Air’s contract with the state airport runs out this year, and 2 airlines are competing to replace them — including one that hopes to bring bigger passenger jets and a further destination.
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Posted inBoys Lacrosse, Softball, Sports, Tennis, Varsity Maine
Strikeout fiend, and what else Varsity Maine is interested in this week
Looking ahead to the most interesting storylines of the coming week in Maine high school sports.
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Posted inCommunity, Guides, News, Things to Do
Concerts, art openings, fruit tree lessons among 7 things to do in central Maine
The Sump Pumps plan Gardiner concert, Waldo Theater is set to host Martin Sexton, Billy Prine plans to take the stage in Bath, L.C. Bates opens summer exhibit, and Augusta Symphony Orchestra readies for show at Cony.
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After nearly 60 years, Augusta’s Colonial Theater renovations move forward
The historic theater hosted its first ticketed event in more than 50 years back in 2022, and new renovations and additions to the building aim to bring it back to the center of downtown Augusta life.
Posted inIndoor Track, Sports, Varsity Maine
Meet the Maine coaches indoor track all-state team
Here is the 2026 Maine Track & Cross Country Coaches Association Indoor Track All-State Team. Boys First Team: Jake Bassi, Senior, Bangor; Devin Berry, Junior, South Portland; Jack Cyr, Junior, Gorham; Bossay Ditanduka, Senior, South Portland; Drew Gervais, Junior, Bonny Eagle; Hassan Hobbi, Senior, Winslow; Bryce Holden, Senior, Mt. Ararat; Fernando Kele, Senior, Lewiston; Thomas Leblanc, Junior, Edward […]
Posted inNews, Schools and Education
Maine is second in the nation for special education rates. Why?
An increasing number of students are qualifying for special education, putting pressure on school districts and their budgets.
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Political changes, baseball, wildlife featured this week in photos
Here are some of our favorite Kennebec Journal and Morning Sentinel photos from April 24-30, 2026.
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With a world record set, Asian Cafe owners return to Winslow triumphant
Under the baking sun, a race to make 1,200 servings of pad thai in 1 hour was no easy feat.
Posted inElections, Maine, News, Politics
Graham Platner, supporters celebrate as Janet Mills ends U.S. Senate bid
With the governor out of the race, Platner is turning his attention to a likely general election matchup against Susan Collins.
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Cony students walk out to protest $3M cuts for Augusta schools
A majority of the Augusta City Council agreed Tuesday to cut more than $3 million from the school department’s proposed budget, forcing the potential elimination of 20 positions, including teachers and education technicians.