Waterville Creates and Ticonic Gallery seek vendor applications for the eighth annual Holiday Bazaar, scheduled to run from Nov. 15 through Dec. 24 in its new home in the Paul J. Schupf Art Center at 93 Main St. During the holiday season, the gallery is transformed into a marketplace filled with unique and distinctive gifts […]
Kennebec Journal
News and information from the greater Augusta area.
Posted inKennebec Journal, Local & State
Augusta officers acted in self-defense when they fatally shot man at homeless shelter, Maine attorney general says
The recent findings are consistent with every other investigation of officer-involved shootings by the Office of the Maine Attorney General.
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Posted inKennebec Journal, Life & Culture, Local & State
Kennebec River Brewfest in Augusta draws hundreds of attendees and even more beverage samples
About 30 vendors from across Maine — 10 more than last year — featured beer, wine, seltzer, cider, mead and cannabis at Mill Park.
Posted inCommunity, Kennebec Journal
Healthy Lincoln County receives 2 grants to improve youth food options
Healthy Lincoln County, a project of MCD (Medical Care Development) Global Health that operates in Lincoln County, has been awarded two different grants to improve nutritious food options for local youth as well as prevent substance use prevention. The U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Food and Nutrition Service awarded HLC a grant from the Patrick Leahy […]
Posted inCommunity, Kennebec Journal, Morning Sentinel
Mt. Vernon Loon Lap set for Aug. 13
The 10th annual Mt. Vernon Loon Lap 5K is scheduled for 9 a.m. Sunday, Aug. 13, from the Mt. Vernon Community Center, 2 Main St. Participants in the event will run, walk or stroll around Minnehonk Lake in this family friendly, untimed event. Loon Lappers will trek alongside the lake over paved roads and scenic, […]
Posted inKennebec Journal, Local & State, Maine Crime, News
Trio indicted on burglary charges for allegedly targeting numerous businesses, disabling security systems
Three people are charged with burglary, including the theft of $1,200 worth of pre-rolled joints from a Winthrop medical marijuana shop.
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Oscar Winner Ernest Thompson back on ‘Golden Pond’ Aug. 19
BELGRADE — Ernest Thompson, the Academy Award-winning creator of the film “On Golden Pond,” plans to make a special appearance at 4 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 19 at the Belgrade Recreation Center for All Seasons, 1 Center Drive. Hosted by Lakehome Group Real Estate, this free event is open to the public and will include an […]
Posted inKennebec Journal, Local & State, Schools and Education
Following clash over Trump, Pride flags, Gardiner high schoolers now required to submit proposals to hang items on walls
Officials decided not to extend a temporary rule imposed in June only allowing the display of the American flag.
Posted inBusiness, Kennebec Journal, Local & State
Brickyard Hollow Brewing Co. to open ninth location in Augusta by fall
The Yarmouth-based chain of brewpubs is testing its quick-service model in Augusta, with pizza, appetizers, bowls and beer available to order at a counter.
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Albion man indicted on manslaughter charge related to China crash that killed passenger
Bruce K. Bourget II was indicted on a Class A felony count of manslaughter and a Class B felony count of criminal operating under the influence, as part of indictments released recently by a Kennebec County grand jury.