The Kennebec County District Attorney’s Office has developed a process over the past four years that’s secured $111,000 through garnished tax returns from defendants who have failed to pay their court-ordered restitution to victims.
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Readfield officials explore new path forward for community park project after voter rejection
The park project, as presented in the June election, was rejected by voters due to concerns about the cost and location, so town officials are thinking of proposing smaller upgrades.
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Augusta Chipotle closes, workers say company is practicing ‘union-busting 101’
Company officials said they have been unable to adequately staff the Marketplace at Augusta restaurant.
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Damariscotta library to host July 27 talk with US head archivist, local art historian
Recently retired Archivist of the United States David S. Ferriero will talk with art historian and Chamberlain resident Caroline Bruzelius, distinguished Duke University professor emerita, in an event “Critical History: A Conversational with America’s Archivist” set from 4 to 5 p.m. Wednesday, July 27, in Porter Hall of the Skidompha Library at 184 Main St. […]
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Augusta coffee shop inquiry for Cony Circle prompts temporary ban due to traffic, safety concerns
Augusta city councilors have enacted an emergency moratorium on any new businesses that would increase traffic volume at the city’s two circles over safety concerns at intersections that already lead the state with most annual crashes.
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Pittston Fair to celebrate 70th year this weekend
The Pittston Fair, which runs Thursday through Sunday, is not expected to be impacted by recent concerns about avian flu.
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Augusta library seeks donations for August book sale
AUGUSTA — The Friends of Lithgow Library seeks gently used books, audios, CDs and DVDs for a book sale planned from 9 a.m. to 7:30 p.m. Thursday Aug. 18, 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Friday, Aug. 19, and from 9 to 11:30 a.m. Saturday Aug. 20, at the 45 Winthrop St. library. The sale is […]
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Hallowell establishes committee to address city’s need for affordable housing
Group formed in response to residents’ concerns about dramatic rent increases, a lack of available housing and existing living spaces that are unsafe and unsanitary.
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Damariscotta inn to host July 24 talk on relationships, retirement
DAMARISCOTTA — Relationships and retirement will be the focus of the Inn Along the Way’s Challenging Conversation Circle, scheduled for 3 p.m. Sunday, July 24, at the Chapman Farm, 741 Main St. According to a news release from the inn, retirement is not a number, year of services or dollars saved: not an age, one […]
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Windsor celebrates its bicentennial with games, music, and history
Saturday’s event at the fairgrounds marked the town’s 200th anniversary and included recognition of the oldest and youngest residents.