State and local emergency personnel were responding Friday to the report of an injured 14-year-old hiker on the Appaliachian Trail.
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Oosoola Park in Norridgewock gets new dock, self-service boat rentals
The new facilities, installed at the end of June, are part of Norridgewock’s ongoing efforts to promote outdoor recreation, Town Manager Richard LaBelle said.
Week In Photos June 28-July 5, 2024
Here are some of our favorite Kennebec Journal and Morning Sentinel photos from the past week.
On Independence Day, central Mainers weigh in on freedom, state of the nation
Opinions range from hopelessness to optimism as local folks are asked about America and its future.
Central Maine 4th of July celebration draws thousands to Clinton
Two days of events, including a country music concert, parade and fireworks display, were expected to bring about 25,000 people to Clinton on Wednesday and Thursday, organizers said.
Skowhegan garage damaged in fire Wednesday
The fire on Beech Street was ruled accidental, caused by improperly discarded smoking materials, according to Skowhegan’s fire chief.
Skowhegan man held on charges he sexually abused teenage minors
Following a Skowhegan Police Department investigation, Douglas Perkins, 31, was arrested and charged with five counts of sexual abuse of a minor.
Central Maine 4th of July celebration draws thousands to Clinton
Two days of events, including a country music concert, parade and fireworks display, were expected to bring about 25,000 people to Clinton on Wednesday and Thursday, organizers said.
Skowhegan Opera House has a new operator with big plans
Lights Up Productions, which formed in November, signed a three-year lease with the town to renovate and operate the 115-year-old venue.
Madison man charged with possession of child porn
Lifetime registered sexual offender John Peters arrested on nine counts of possession of sexually explicit material, says Somerset County Sheriff’s Office.