Local police said texting while driving is difficult to prove in court and the new law will make it easier to punish those who engage in the dangerous habit.
Kennebec Journal
News and information from the greater Augusta area.
Author to give talk July 24 in Readfield
Barbara Walsh will discuss her two books, “August Gale: A Father and Daughter’s Journey into the Storm” and “Sammy in the Sky.”
Suspects sought in Farmingdale armed robbery
Police say the occupants of a Northern Avenue home were beaten Wednesday morning and threatened with a knife and a gun.
Tom Wells to give talk in Wayne
Retired Cony High School teacher will share his new book, “Dear Mr. Wells.”
Augusta, Waterville area bridge results
Gamers play in Waterville, Hallowell, Fairfield and Augusta.
Worcester Polytechnic Institute dean’s list
Local students recognized for academic achievement for the spring semester.
Weaving Project continues in Wiscasset
Visitors invited to make art on July 25 during annual event.
Damariscotta library publishes fourth installment of EPOCH
‘Creative Magazine for Teens by Teens’ published first volume in December 2017.
Explore Merrymeeting Bay Bike Tour set
Bike rides for all ages to visit farms, art studios and scenery during Bowdoinham’s Open Farm Day.
Lovejoy Pond association plans to meet
Annual meeting will be held Aug. 3 at North Wayne Church.