UNION — The Trail of Terror at the Union Fairgrounds is set to start its 2023 season Friday, Oct 13. The Trail of Terror will be open from 6:30-8:30 each night on Fridays and Saturdays through Oct. 28. The trail is suggested for those 13 years or older, according to a news release from Rick […]
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Unity man faces charges after crash that killed one, injured one in Albion
Stephen Bard, 51, is facing several charges after the crash Friday near the intersection of Belfast and Unity roads.
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Bicyclist suffers head injury when he crashes into SUV driven by Fairfield woman at Augusta traffic circle, police say
Edward D. Kilian, 50, of Sanford was taken to the hospital Sunday after he failed to yield the right of way while riding his bicycle through Cony Circle, according to officials.
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Races for mayor, City Council heat up in Hallowell
City Councilor Maureen AuCoin is challenging Mayor George Lapointe for the mayoral position, and longtime Councilor Michael Frett is vying with newcomer Hannah Barry to represent Ward 2.
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Christ the King Parish cemetery decorations to be removed by Oct. 30
Christ the King Parish cemeteries — Calvary Cemetery in Skowhegan and St. Sebastian Cemetery in Madison — are set to close for the winter in October or first snowfall. All decorations — including pots, holders, saddles, gazing balls and flags — must be removed by Monday, Oct. 30, or the attendant will dispose of them. […]
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One killed, one injured in two-vehicle crash in Albion
One person expected to be charged in two-vehicle crash Friday at corner of Belfast and Unity roads.
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Johnson Hall co-founder says renovation of Gardiner theater is ‘beyond our expectation’
Four decades after Denise and Benny Reehl formed a group to buy Johnson Hall, renovations to the historic opera house are nearing completion. To meet the requirements of the tax credit program funding part of the work, the building must be safe for occupancy by Dec. 31.
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Free speech or uncivil discourse? Maine association advises tamping down on public comments at school board meetings
The Maine School Management Association has suggested schools adopt policies that prohibit offensive speech and complaints against specific staff or students at board meetings, but First Amendment advocates say it’s a step too far.
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Whitefield Library to hold Fall Festival Oct. 14
Whitefield Library plans to hold its annual Fall Festival from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 14, at 1 Arlington Lane. The event will feature music, children’s games, snacks, refreshments and raffle items. Used books will be on sale in the library. New this year will be a home-baked fruit pie sale. Also available […]
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Photos: Iconic Lincoln Academy bell tower taken down in Newcastle
The bell tower that has been a symbol of Lincoln Academy since the school house was built in 1867 was removed Friday due to significant structural issues. Officials are raising funds to repair it. The bell is an important part of school traditions, with sports teams getting to ring it after clinching a championship. The bell is also rung at the beginning of each school day. All photos by Joe Phelan/Kennebec Journal