The competition began in September, when the Friends of the Hubbard Free Library accepted 21 submissions, most of which came from K-8 students at Stepping Stones Montessori School in Chelsea.
Kennebec Journal
News and information from the greater Augusta area.
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Augusta Interstate 95 on-ramp from Western Avenue to close temporarily
The on-ramp from eastbound Western Avenue onto Interstate 95 at Exit 109 is to close Monday, for about 30 days, as part of the replacement of the Western Avenue bridge.
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Augusta board approves height rules change for major redevelopment of former Kmart site
A $48 million redevelopment proposal could bring a hotel with a rooftop restaurant or bar, apartments or condominiums to the site off Western Avenue.
Posted inKennebec Journal, Local & State, Morning Sentinel, News
Week In Photos Oct. 18-25, 2024
Here are some of our favorite Kennebec Journal and Morning Sentinel photos from the past week.
Posted inKennebec Journal, Local & State, Maine Crime, News
Bomb threat prompts evacuation of Augusta Walmart
The Augusta Walmart has been the site of four bomb threats this year, among six Augusta Police have responded to citywide.
Posted inKennebec Journal, Local & State, Maine Crime, News
Three men arrested following raid at River Street home in Augusta
Local, state and federal law enforcement officers converged Tuesday on 53 River St.to execute search and arrest warrants.
Posted inKennebec Journal, Local & State
Well-known Readfield resident killed while crossing Route 17 Tuesday
Andrews “Andy” Tolman, 76, was struck by a vehicle and killed Tuesday evening after he tripped and fell while walking across Route 17.
Posted inKennebec Journal, Local & State, Schools and Education
Somerville-based school superintendent wins statewide award
Howard Tuttle, who has led Sheepscot Valley Regional School Unit 12 for 12 years, is honored for establishing a day care program for teachers’ children, implementing cost-saving initiatives and starting a universal prekindergarten program.
Posted inElection 2024, Kennebec Journal, Local & State
Spate of stolen campaign signs reported across central Maine
Stealing political signs from a public right-of-way can be penalized with a $250 fine, and a person who takes a sign from private property can be charged with theft, punishable by up to six months in jail and a $1,000 fine.
Posted inKennebec Journal, Local & State, Schools and Education
Two Gardiner students speak out about school board candidate’s interaction
Sage Sculli, a senior, and Keira Blodgett, a junior, say they will not let Tucker’s actions deter them from serving on the school board.