Some residents say the town and state do not do enough to respond to their concerns. Officials say they do what they can, and are following the wishes of voters.
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Report of industrial accident at Solon sawmill under investigation
Officials: The accident, which involved a 33-year-old man whose hand was caught Friday morning in a saw at Kennebec Lumber Co. at 105 S. Main St., is being investigated by the federal Occupational Safety and Health Administration.
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International flavors abound at Pittsfield food festival
PITTSFIELD — Hundreds of people convened Sunday morning to indulge in nearly 20 unique dishes from 14 countries at the Maine Central Institute’s annual international food festival. MCI is a private high school that enrolls over 400 students, many of whom come to study from abroad. The food festival has become an annual tradition where both […]
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Skowhegan inks deal with former Somerset County administrator to become town manager
Lawyer Dawn DiBlasi is scheduled to begin her new position Monday.
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Free spirits take trip to Mercer for inaugural Hippie Flea Market
Tie-dye clad hippies poured into Mercer by the hundreds to take part in the cash-optional event that featured bartering, blacksmithing and live music.
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Two hospitalized after ATV crash near Solon
One man was taken from the scene by LifeFlight of Maine and both alcohol and excessive speed were factors in the crash, according to authorities.
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Vintage, collectible store to open on Main Street in downtown Waterville
Old Soul Supply Co. owner Jessica Stetson is opening her shop at the former Jorgensen’s Cafe space at 103 Main St., between the Paul J. Schupf Art Center and Loyal Biscuit Co.
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Fingers crossed, Waterville and Augusta will avoid impact of browntail moth this year
The two cities have worked aggressively the last few years to mitigate browntail moth from public properties including parks, recreation fields, walking trails and other places people congregate.
Posted inAmy Calder, Columns, Local & State, Morning Sentinel
Reporting Aside: Waterville church offers soup, sandwich and kindness
The Evening Sandwich Program in the basement of the Universalist Unitarian Church of Waterville is a lifeline for Terri Cashman, 42, and her husband, who live in a garage.
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Week In Photos April 19-26, 2024
Here are some of our favorite Kennebec Journal and Morning Sentinel photos from the past week.