Firefighters from seven communities responded Tuesday afternoon to 442 Main St.
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Gardiner seeks input on redesign of streamside Arcade lot
Gardiner officials want to know how the Arcade parking lot could be improved through a public session scheduled for 6 p.m. Thursday at City Hall and through an online survey for those unable to attend the meeting.
Augusta man sentenced to 17 years in prison on federal drug, gun charges
Ryan Partridge, 35, was arrested during a 2023 traffic stop in Augusta.
City of Augusta logo a no-go for visually impaired, official says
The “Augusta!” logo will not comply with upcoming new requirements under the federal Americans with Disabilities Act, city councilors were told last week.
Hammond Lumber Co. looks to rename Augusta Civic Center auditorium
The 10-year, $828,000 deal would help the Civic Center balance its budget and complete much-needed maintenance, officials said.
Augusta City Councilors set 2025 goals for economic development, housing
Officials to explore ways to add public transit, housing and other services during annual goal-setting meeting.
After floods, Augusta updates Kennebec River warnings
The surprising storm in December 2023 led officials to reassess when warnings are triggered.
Augusta’s Western Avenue gets temporary bridge this weekend
Motorists won’t be able to turn left onto Whitten Road once the change is made.
Man arrested on robbery charge in Gardiner
David J. Knox, 37, was arrested less than two hours after police say an armed robbery was reported at the Walgreens on Spring Street.
See MLK marchers and sports action in the latest Week In Photos from central Maine
Here are some of our favorite Kennebec Journal and Morning Sentinel photos from the past week.