Comic Shop News to move to Skowhegan, along with bookstore
The owners said they chose the downtown Skowhegan storefront in large part because of recent economic revitalization in the area.
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Meet our 2025 Mainers To Be Thankful For
Every year, when we solicit nominations for Mainers To Be Thankful For, we try to emphasize that we’re looking for people who don’t just do good work in their communities but also exceed expectations. By focusing on school workers this year, that standard wasn’t so difficult to meet. Going above and beyond is practically part…
Skowhegan guidance counselor Dan Riley helps students ‘dream big’
His goal is to get all students thinking about life after graduation without restriction.
Skowhegan home severely damaged by fire, displacing 4
Fire officials believe an improperly installed pipe connected to a wood stove caused the overnight blaze.
The best ricotta in the world? It’s made in Skowhegan, Maine.
Crooked Face Creamery recently took home the Super Gold medal for its plain whole milk ricotta at the World Cheese Awards in Switzerland.
Madison man to serve 3 years as judge tosses drug charges over discovery issue
A judge took issue with the Somerset County Sheriff’s Office’s apparent failure to turn over cellphone evidence in the case against Noah Weeks, who pleaded guilty to fleeing police and hiding in a tree.
Woman arrested in Augusta credit union forgery attempt indicted on federal charges
Lisa Marie Hurley faces both state and federal charges for alleged thefts at Madison and Bingham banks.
Norridgewock man accused of killing girlfriend’s son denied bail
Daniel Markey’s attorneys were unsuccessful in arguing for bail after presenting testimony from his friends and family.
Hartland brewery lawsuit leaves bitter aftertaste
A judge ruled in favor of the town in the lawsuit over shoreland zoning and a garage-based brewery and coffee roastery on Great Moose Lake.
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As electricity rates continue to climb, here’s where the money ends up.
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news from surrounding communities
Waterville, Augusta, Canaan plan festival of trees events
The weekend will kickoff the winter holiday season in central Maine.
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The Waterville Rotary Club donated a total of $10,000 to four area food pantries from its savings to help with the food crisis.
Somerset County commissioner vacancy filled by former selectman
A caucus of municipal officials chose Don Skillings of Madison to fill the vacant District 2 commissioner seat after considering four candidates.
Skowhegan farmhouse destroyed by fire Saturday
The cause of the fire, which leveled the house and adjacent barns, remains under investigation.
Holiday festivals, comedy, concerts among 6 things to do in central Maine
Yellow Brick Road concert, a comedy series at UMA and an evening with Academy Award winner Ernest Thompson are among area entertainment options coming up.
At some Maine schools, basketball season begins without a full roster
For teams with players in Saturday’s state championship football games, the basketball season comes early this winter.
Fairfield eyes emergency preparedness with community response team
Town and Somerset County officials plan to host a training in January for people interested in volunteering for the new team.
Vassalboro man arrested after burglary in Fairfield, police chase
Joel Williams, 27, remained jailed Friday in Skowhegan where bail was denied.
Where to find free Thanksgiving meals and food boxes in Maine
Community meals and food distributions are planned in communities across the state ahead of the holiday.
Northern lights, high school playoffs, Veterans Day top off Week in Photos
Here are some of our favorite Kennebec Journal and Morning Sentinel photos from Nov. 7-14, 2025. View more Week in Photos galleries Purchase photos from the Kennebec Journal & Morning Sentinel Sign up for Maine Lens our monthly photo newsletter.
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