Robert Bodge, chairperson of Richmond’s Selectboard, was arrested Wednesday after police charged him with operating a vehicle under the influence and failing to stop for law enforcement.
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Maine State Library reopens in temporary quarters in Augusta
The smaller space means computer usage requires a reservation, and a majority of the library’s collection is stored offsite but can be retrieved and made available at the new 242 State St. location.
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Fire that destroyed portable outhouse in Richmond intentionally set
A portable toilet at the Richmond Utilities District construction site burned to the ground, fire officials said.
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Warrants lead to drug bust in Augusta
Four men were arrested after a search Tuesday of a Water Street apartment building.
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Liz Soares: A bag lady, and proud of it
The coronavirus-delayed ban on plastic bags now in effect, writes Liz Soares, which is a welcome change that will pay environmental dividends.
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Photos: A creature-filled return in Gardiner
Drew Desjardins’s “Mr. Drew and His Animals Too” presentation was the first event to take place in the Gardiner Public Library’s Children’s Room since closures began as a result of the coronavirus pandemic.
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State library reopens at temporary location
AUGUSTA — After a long period of closure because of the COVID-19 pandemic and a significant facility relocation, the Maine State Library reopened its doors to the public July 12 at 242 State St. The library’s permanent location at the Cultural Building on the State Capitol Complex was closed to the public in May 2020 […]
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Bicentennial series continues with lecture on French privateers
Fort Western is to host a meet and greet with lecturer Ken Hamilton.
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Residents weigh in on equity, access in Hallowell
A group tasked with identifying areas of improvement for inclusion, diversity, equity and access within the city presented its report to the Hallowell City Council Monday night.
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Gardiner Area High School names top 10 graduates
Kassidy Collins named valedictorian, James Rinderknecht salutatorian.