A Monday morning fire destroyed a barn and home on Augusta’s east side, creating a large plume of smoke.
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Public interest payphone installed in Cumberland as program expands
The PIP program has installed two new phones this spring, expanding access to free public calling.
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9 fun things to do at a Portland Sea Dogs game
Besides watching the games, fans can see fireworks, collect bobbleheads, sing and dance, climb on a fire engine or dress like Batman.
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Squeeze in these seasonal activities before the tourists get here | Column
In the month before Memorial Day, many of Maine’s summer destinations are ready and waiting.
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Concerts planned in central Maine this week
Dar Williams plans Waldoboro show, The Pihcintu Multicultural Chorus is set for perform in Gardiner, and get your tickets for The Wallflowers event in Waterville.
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Belgrade couple win Mid-Maine Chamber top honor
Brian and Amy Bernatchez will be honored at the Mid-Maine Chamber of Commerce’s 63rd Annual Awards Ceremony set for Thursday in Waterville.
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After a terrifying January, Waterville immigrants and locals share culture and food
After the ICE surge at the beginning of the year, Waterville immigrants say their community is strong and growing.
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Uptake of Maine’s new red flag law has been slow — but advocates aren’t worried
Just four red flag orders have been filed since the law went into effect on Feb. 21, while law enforcement has completed 86 yellow flag orders.
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Affordability of rural airports up in the air as communities mull economic return
Small-town airfields fuel tourism and access but most rely on taxpayers to stay open.
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Meet the central Maine cooks trying to set a world record for making 1,200 pad thai orders
Crews from Asian eateries in Augusta and Winslow will be the only Maine restaurants participating in a Guinness World Records attempt at a Los Angeles festival.