Local newspapers detailed many aspects of Thanksgiving 1925, from sales on food to social gatherings across Maine.
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Local, state and national news from the Kennebec Journal and Morning Sentinel.
Posted inCommunity, Food & Dining, Health, Maine, News
Waterville soup kitchen plans expansion, capital campaign
The organization bought the 38 College Ave. building it had been leasing half of so it could double its space.
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Posted inLife & Culture, Maine, News
Waterville’s Festival of Trees kicks off holiday season
The annual event draws thousands and raises funds for local food insecurity and workforce development initiatives.
Posted inNews
Gardiner students gather to assemble Thanksgiving baskets
Anna Chadwick captures National Honor Society members from Gardiner Area High School working to make the holiday better for many area families.
Posted inMaine, News
Rockland student dies after being hit by bus
The child, who was struck Friday, was taken by medical helicopter to Maine Medical Center in Portland.
Posted inMaine Crime
Farmington marijuana operation violated state law, U.S. attorneys say
Some industry members say the conviction of Lucas Sirois puts legitimate cannabis businesses at risk. Prosecutors say law-abiding operations have nothing to worry about.
Posted inAmy Calder, Columns, Maine, News
Practicing ‘service above self,’ in Waterville | Column
The Waterville Rotary Club donated a total of $10,000 to four area food pantries from its savings to help with the food crisis.
Posted inMaine, News
A Maine mother’s $25M medical malpractice verdict was the largest in the state’s history. She won’t see it all.
Some damages are limited by a $750,000 cap the jury wasn’t aware of. Mid Coast Medical Group is asking a judge for a new trial.
Posted inBusiness, Maine, Maine Crime, News
Woman arrested in Augusta credit union forgery attempt indicted on federal charges
Lisa Marie Hurley faces both state and federal charges for alleged thefts at Madison and Bingham banks.
Posted inBusiness, Maine, News
MaineHousing announces more than 300 affordable apartments for older adults, families
The agency has now financed more than 1,000 units in the last 12 months.