Tess Gerritsen Winthrop library’s next guest in series celebrating Maine women.
Kennebec Journal
News and information from the greater Augusta area.
Fruit trees topic of upcoming webinar
“Protecting Fruit Trees from Insects and Diseases” runs Wednesday, March 24.
Missing Augusta man died by suicide
The Office of the Chief Medical Examiner reported that Pierre Bolduc, who was reported missing at the end of January, died by suicide.
Augusta Fire Department to offer COVID-19 vaccine Saturday at Cony to those 60 or older
Officials say 180 shots are available, and people must preregister for the vaccination clinic, scheduled for noon to 3 p.m. at the food court at Cony High School, 60 Pierce Drive.
Augusta elementary school reports positive COVID-19 case
Despite the positive coronavirus case, there is no change in schedule for students at Farrington Elementary School.
Common Ground Fair applications available
20201 Common Ground Country Fair will be held Sept. 24, 25 and 26 in Unity.
Rockport music school offers virtual diversity program
The 45-minute program showcases a variety of genres from hip hop and classical to spoken word and jazz.
Gardiner officials consider support of Boys & Girls Clubs construction project
Earlier this year, club officials asked for $500,000 to help reach their $10 million funding goal to start construction on a planned new facility, but city councilors wanted more information before making a decision.
Readfield, Gardiner and Augusta-area schools report positive COVID-19 cases
Maranacook Community Middle School will be remote for the remainder of the week, while Pittston-Randolph Consolidated School and Cony Middle and High School will remain with their regular schedules.
Windsor student applies to become elephant ambassador
Fourth graders treated to Zoom visit with Elephant Aid International’s CEO and founder.