Mitchell, a Democrat, is completing her first term as probate judge in Kennebec County; Sullivan, a Republican, declined to be interviewed for this story.
Kennebec Journal
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Hallowell receives AARP Challenge grant
Ribbon cutting held Oct. 14 for new Hallowell boardwalk ramp.
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KVCAP’s annual diaper drive ongoing through October
In addition to collection sites, a Live-Drive “Stuff the Cruiser” event is planned for Oct. 23 in Oakland.
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UMF Visiting Writers Series to feature award-winning poet Amy Woolard
The University of Maine at Farmington’s celebrated Visiting Writers Series will present award-winning poet Amy Woolard as the program’s second reader of the season. Woolard will read from her work in a remote live reading at 7:30 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 22. The reading will be followed by a question and answer talkback with the poet. […]
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Hallowell officials reject proposed mixed-use development for Second Street Fire Station
A proposal by Eric and Pamela Perry called for a space for the city’s food bank, public restrooms, an arts and cultural center and apartments.
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Gardiner’s Christ Episcopal Church celebrates bicentennial
Dozens of members of the congregation gather in the churchyard Sunday for a special service commemorating the 200th anniversary of the church’s consecration.
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Hallowell’s Boynton’s Market closes after 84 years, reemerges as Ciccarelli’s Market, Deli & Gelato
Don and Ruth LaChance have sold the store at 153 Water St. to Michelangelo and Elizabeth Ciccarelli of Farmingdale. Under the new ownership, the store is now Ciccarelli’s Market, Deli & Gelato.
Posted inKennebec Journal, Local & State, Schools and Education
Fewer students statewide are using free meals, even though it’s available for all
Communities have stepped up to help get meals out to students through the food bank and volunteers, but increased remote learning and home schooling mean fewer students are taking advantage of free meals compared with last year.
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Central Maine business briefs: Hight Family of Dealerships holds First Responder Barbecue — to go
People & Places: Red Cross Northern New England Region welcomes new Chief Executive Officer.
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Penobscot Job Corps virtual information sessions scheduled
Those interested can view a session on Oct. 21 or Oct. 28.