Amanda and Tom Roddy bought their redemption center on Route 3 nearly five years ago and they’re hoping that this year, lawmakers will be able to make changes to the state’s bottle redemption program.
Kennebec Journal
News and information from the greater Augusta area.
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Arctic air plunges Augusta into the record book as central Mainers gather in warming centers
The capital city had record lows for both Friday and Saturday, according to the National Weather Service.
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Kennebec Valley program seeks volunteer drivers
The Kennebec Valley Community Action Program (KVCAP) seeks volunteer drivers. Qualified individuals can build their own schedule. Drivers will be reimbursed for the use of their car, up to 65 cents a mile, paid from the time they leave their driveway. KVCAP, which has offices in Waterville, Augusta and Skowhegan, has vans and volunteer drivers […]
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Wilton artist to make Hearts of Love
Wilton artist Barbara Hathaway, painter of sunsets, is making Hearts of Love again this year that will go out this month. Hearts of Love are just to let others know they are special. It is a good way to give them thanks for what they do in the church or community, according to a news […]
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Two Augusta-area students book spots in the Maine State Spelling Bee after winning county-level competition
Abby Leger of Cony Middle School and Abhinav Reddy of St. Michael School will compete in the statewide tournament for a chance to make it to the Scripps National Spelling Bee.
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Gardiner orders evacuation of Water Street building after report finds dangerous instability
The order to evacuate 247 Water St. came after an engineering review commissioned by Gardiner city officials found the fire-damaged building at 235 Water St. to be at risk of catastrophic failure, which the mayor says is the result of “stubborn inaction” by the owner.
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Man found not criminally responsible in Pittsfield shooting death granted more time for work, visits
Derek Wilhelmsen, found not criminally responsible for the 2002 shooting death of Portland cab driver Nunzi Mancini, will now be allowed overnight visits with girlfriend after a judge gave approval Friday.
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Six candidates vie for spots on inaugural Richmond school board
The special election will be held on March 7.
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Week In Photos Jan. 27-Feb. 3, 2023
Here are some of our favorite Kennebec Journal and Morning Sentinel photos from the past week.
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No one to be refused overnight shelter in Augusta during arctic blast, director of warming center says
Life-threatening cold temperatures expected Friday and Saturday will put unhoused people at risk. Members of the South Parish Congregational Church are scrambling to ensure an overflow space is available for the overnight warming center if needed.