AUGUSTA — As Maine begins to rebound from the COVID-19 pandemic, the Kennebec Historical Society plans to open to walk-in research starting Tuesday, June 1. In accordance with the latest state guidance, researchers are welcome to wear a mask, but it is no longer required. The society also encourages anyone to stay home if they […]
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As its annual sale approaches, Dresden’s library hopes to become a community-oriented place
The Bridge Academy Public Library is restocked with books and reinvigorated with volunteers and patrons, as it hopes to grow out of the coronavirus pandemic.
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Posted inKennebec Journal, Maine, Schools and Education
Dresden officials sending out flyer urging opposition to proposed RSU 2 budget
The flyer, which has already been posted on the town’s website and social media, is expected to go out in the next week. It has generated a variety of responses on social media.
Posted inKennebec Journal, Maine, Maine Crime
Augusta man arrested on criminal threatening with a dangerous weapon charge
Augusta police, Maine State Police, the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco and Firearms, and Homeland Security, searched a Waldo Street home Thursday, and arrested Ray Mack on a charge of threatening.
Posted inKennebec Journal, Maine, News
Police: Driver says he fell asleep at wheel, causing crash that killed 3 pedestrians in Augusta
Augusta police continue investigation of crash that killed local residents Barbara Maxim-Hendsbee, 69; her year-old granddaughter, Vada-Leigh Peaslee; and Rosalyn Jean, 62.
Posted inKennebec Journal, Maine, Schools and Education
The show goes on at Readfield-area high school
Production was written, directed and acted by Maranacook Community High School students.
Posted inCommunity, Kennebec Journal
Newcastle center receives conservation grant for landmark
NEWCASTLE — The Frances Perkins Center has received a conservation grant from The 1772 Foundation in partnership with Maine Preservation for the France Perkins Homestead National Historic Landmark. This $6,500 matching grant is to assist with roof repairs and preservation of the homestead, which is scheduled to open to the public in 2022. “The news […]
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Conference to focus on Maine’s many cultures
The University of Maine at Augusta and the University of Southern Maine are partnering to host “One sun rose on us today: Stories from Maine’s Long 20th Century,” a virtual half-day conference set from noon to 6:30 p.m. Friday, June 4, online via Zoom. This conference will include three panels — Wabanakiscapes, 20th Maine Jewish […]
Posted inCommunity, Kennebec Journal
Tourism council awards funds for Kennebec Brewfest
AUGUSTA — Kennebec Valley Tourism Council has awarded $1,662 in sponsorship support funds to the Kennebec Valley Chamber of Commerce for the Kennebec Brewfest. The funding is to assist in the growth of tourism in Maine’s Kennebec Valley and produce a positive economic impact on the region. Kennebec Chamber of Commerce was one of 12 […]
Posted inKennebec Journal, Maine, Maine Crime
Somerville man works to clear wreckage after a speeding truck damages his home Saturday
Rob Prescott was working on the roof of his home Saturday when a speeding pickup truck struck the front of the mobile home, knocking it off its foundation and destroying the front deck.