WATERVILLE — The Colby-Kennebec Choral Society invites all interested singers to join it for its fall program, “Canções D’Além Mar,” or “Songs from Across the Sea.” Rehearsals are scheduled to start on Tuesday, Sept. 12, and will continue on Tuesdays, 7-9 p.m., in the new Gordon Center for the Performing Arts at Colby College on […]
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Houseplant Swap to return to Augusta library Sept. 16
AUGUSTA — People looking to rehome a houseplant, or add more to their collection, can attend Lithgow Public Library’s Houseplant Swap. The event is scheduled for 9:30-11:30 a.m. Saturday, Sept. 16, in the Community Meeting Room at 45 Winthrop St. Plants can be dropped off anytime that week, or the morning of the swap. Plants […]
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Historical association’s Preservation Party to offer auction of desserts
DRESDEN — The Lincoln County Historical Association’s annual fundraiser dinner and auction of cakes by a veteran auctioneer, Kaja Veilleux of Thomaston Place Auction Galleries, is set for 4 p.m. Sunday, Sept. 10. The event will be held at Pownalborough Court House, 23 Court House Road, rain or shine. Each cake is displayed in a […]
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In wake of neo-Nazi rally, Augusta seeks to ensure diversity, equity, inclusion in city practices
One city councilor says a recent racist demonstration in the city shows work to make sure Augusta welcomes diversity can’t wait.
Posted inKennebec Journal, Local & State, News
Fundraising for new Augusta animal shelter remains $1 million short but donations could fill gap
A new Kennebec Valley Humane Society animal shelter is expected to be ready to open in November.
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Fundraising for new Augusta animal shelter remains $1 million short but donations could fill gap
A new Kennebec Valley Humane Society animal shelter is expected to be ready to open in November.
Posted inKennebec Journal, Local & State, Morning Sentinel, News
Week In Photos Aug. 25-Sept. 1, 2023
Here are some of our favorite Kennebec Journal and Morning Sentinel photos from the past week.
Posted inKennebec Journal, Local & State, Schools and Education
Pittston officials voice concerns about road commissioner as town is set to spend thousands on paving
Poor construction work directed by Road Commissioner Sam Snow and low-quality materials caused premature breakage on Jewett Road that could cost millions to fix, engineers said.
Posted inKennebec Journal, Local & State
State environmental officials assess Litchfield fatal plane crash site for lingering environmental impacts
The Maine Department of Environmental Protection is testing soil samples from the crash site to determine if additional environmental cleanup is needed.
Posted inKennebec Journal, Local & State, Maine Crime, News
Oakland woman pleads guilty to manslaughter in her toddler’s drug-induced death
Ashley Malloy, 22, remains out on bail and is expected to be sentenced in the coming months.