Theater renovations, airport news & signs of spring represent the week in photos
Here are some of our favorite Kennebec Journal and Morning Sentinel photos from May 1-7, 2026.
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Skowhegan flower shop prepares blooms for Mother’s Day rush
Photographer Rich Abrahamson focuses on the process of creating a floral arrangement.
Somerset County officials approve budget with overall 3.5% tax increase
Taxpayers will fund $6.9 million of the jail’s budget and $8.62 million for all other county departments for the budget year that starts July 1.
No dispute about No. 1 in Varsity Maine softball poll
Cheverus garners every first-place vote.
Skowhegan fire that killed woman, 84, started in garage, officials say
The state fire marshal’s office has been unable to determine the exact cause of the blaze.
Eagles soar above the water in Skowhegan
Photographer Rich Abrahamson focuses on 2 birds gliding over the Kennebec River.
See 3 historic riverfront mills in Maine that offer modern apartment living
Converted industrial properties in Biddeford, Lewiston and Skowhegan show what can be done with sturdy brick buildings and a little imagination.
Skowhegan charts new 10-year plan for improving Whitten Brook water quality
Town officials are just beginning to map out next steps and seek funding for projects to aid the stream, which provides brook trout habitat in a developed area.
Edward Little softball edges Skowhegan in 10 innings
Jayda Clark drives in the game-winning run for the Red Eddies in a Class A North showdown.
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Madison voters give preliminary OK to school budget with 10% tax increase
Voters will weigh in again on the MSAD 59 budget proposal in June.
Looking ahead to a new tennis champ, and other things Varsity Maine is interested in this week
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Artwalk, pet sounds, plant sales among 7 things to do in central Maine
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Kennebec Valley Community College honors its 2026 graduates
Staff photographer Russ Dillingham captured the celebrations at KVCC’s commencement ceremony, held Saturday night inside the Augusta Civic Center.
MaineGeneral will close its Fairfield eye center in July
The specialty eye center was losing up to $1 million annually, a spokesperson said. Its closure will force 4,500 patients to find new care.
Madison school district’s proposed budget comes with 10% tax increase
The overall budget is up 1.49%, but state funding for the district is going down due to a large increase in valuation.
Madison town manager resigns after improper dismissal by Select Board
The town’s attorney told the board it did not follow state law, leading to a series of corrective actions in recent weeks.
Photos: Skowhegan fire destroys Waye Street home
Photographer Rich Abrahamson captures multiple fire departments battling a house fire in which 1 person died.
Meet the 10 central Maine girls track and field athletes to watch in 2026
This list is loaded with state championship potential.
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