The annual two-day celebration during Labor Day weekend once again brought together hundreds of locals for dozens of activities.
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One fatality reported in 3-vehicle Dresden crash
The crash happened around 3:30 p.m. Monday.
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Posted inMaine, Times Record
BIW celebrates keel plate signing with Medal of Honor recipient
Navy Capt. Thomas Kelley participated Friday in the signing of the keel of the ship that will bear his name at Bath Iron Works.
Posted inKennebec Journal, Maine
Three injured in two-vehicle crash on Norridgewock Road in Fairfield
Officials: A Chevrolet Equinox driven by Klay Dunning, 18, of Chesterville hit a Hyundai Elantra driven by Jared Peaslee, 38, of Fairfield. Marietta Peaslee, 41, of Fairfield was inside the vehicle with Jared Peaslee.
Posted inKennebec Journal, Maine
Central Maine Labor Council hosts lunch in Skowhegan to celebrate Labor Day weekend
The event was organized to support two local labor unions now in contract negotiations with their employers.
Posted inMaine, News
Number of Maine children in state custody rises to 20-year high
There are 468 more children in protective custody now than 6 years ago, when state officials faced fresh scrutiny in the wake of 2 high-profile child deaths. What’s driving the increase?
Posted inElection 2024, Maine, Politics
Races to watch: Control of the Maine State House is at stake
Which party is in the majority could come down to a few hundred votes scattered across a dozen or so districts.
Posted inLewiston-Auburn, Maine, Schools and Education
‘There is so much potential’: University of Southern Maine plans to grow in Lewiston and Auburn
The school is rolling out Lewiston-Auburn’s first undergraduate health care major — occupational therapy.
Posted inElection 2024, Maine, News, Politics
Who will win control of the Maine Legislature this November?
Insiders expect a tough battle in both the House and Senate, with Democrats defending more open seats and Republicans hoping voters are hungry for change.
Posted inBusiness, Maine
F.X. Marcotte’s legacy goes far beyond home furnishings
Francois Xavier Marcotte was a major benefactor in the Lewiston community and a crusader for the poor, the elderly and the working class.