Voters also chose two new Augusta Board of Education members, James Orr and Susan Parks, in contested races.
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News and information from the greater Augusta area.
Posted inElection 2023, Kennebec Journal, Local & State, News
Hallowell reelects Lapointe as mayor
Lapointe defeated Councilor Maureen Aucoin for the second time, winning another three years in office.
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Posted inElection 2023, Kennebec Journal, Local & State, Morning Sentinel, News
Roundup: Central Maine municipal election results by town
Unofficial results of the Nov. 7 municipal elections for participating towns in greater Augusta and Waterville. Only contested races are included. Keep checking back for updates Wednesday.
Posted inElection 2023, Kennebec Journal, Local & State, Morning Sentinel
Election Day in central Maine brings light but steady turnout, interest in statewide questions
Voters on Tuesday spoke of mayoral races in Hallowell and Waterville, and contested races elsewhere, but it was state referendum questions that had many talking.
Posted inCommunity, Kennebec Journal
Augusta churches to ring bells on Veterans Day
AUGUSTA — The city has scheduled to ring the bells of its churches at 11 a.m., 11 times as they honor all those who served on Veterans Day, Nov. 11. This holiday started as a day to reflect upon the heroism of those who died in the country’s service and was originally called Armistice Day. […]
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Neighbors appeal Planning Board’s approval of plan to convert former Gardiner health care facility into apartments
The board approved the proposal in August. Neighbors have opposed the project from the outset.
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Fire at vacant Gardiner house closes Water Street for several hours
No one was injured by the fire Sunday at 494 Water St.
Posted inKennebec Journal, Local & State, Maine Crime, News
Oakland mother whose 14-month-old son died of drug overdose to serve 4 years in prison
Ashley Malloy, 23, was sentenced Monday on manslaughter and drug trafficking charges in connection with the death of her son, Karson.
Posted inCommunity, Kennebec Journal
Veterans Day memorial events planned in Readfield
A Veterans Day memorial event is set for 10 a.m. to noon Saturday, Nov. 11, at various locations. Those interested in helping honor veterans can meet at 10 a.m. at the Readfield Corner Cemetery on Church Road. A ceremony in honor or all veterans is set for 11 a.m. at the Readfield Town Office, 8 […]
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Four candidates vie for 2 contested seats on Augusta City Council
The two contested seats on the Augusta City Council will be decided in Tuesday’s election.