Crews from Asian eateries in Augusta and Winslow will be the only Maine restaurants participating in a Guinness World Records attempt at a Los Angeles festival.
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As Somerset County pot grow house cases face challenges, some get deals
A series of hearings last week marked the first major developments in cases that have been lingering on the court’s docket for 2 years.
Portland protesters demand release of 19-year-old in ICE detention
Olivia Mabiala Andre was arrested with her family in November.
1 dead, 1 hospitalized in Friday night Hiram house fire
One survivor was flown to Maine Medical Center with serious burn injuries.
Eating well, aging strong: Fayette talk draws crowd
A Hannaford dietitian spoke on nutrition and aging during a recent All Ages gathering in Fayette.
Domestic violence an ‘absolute emergency,’ say Maine victim advocates
In Farmington and Carrabassett Valley on April 22, Finding Our Voices hosted events to highlight domestic violence awareness — inspired by the death of woman killed March 8.
Augusta’s Togus Pond gets second round of alum treatment
The treatment is scientifically designed to help restore the lake’s natural chemical balance and prevent algae blooms.
Bloody ax, journal depicting violence found at Chelsea double homicide, police testify
A District Court judge will determine whether a teenager accused of killing 2 men in Chelsea last year will be tried as a juvenile or as an adult.
Earth Day, spring & lacross focus of this week in photos
Here are some of our favorite Kennebec Journal and Morning Sentinel photos from April 17-23, 2026.
Belgrade town clerk named interim town manager
The decision comes after residents campaigned for Mary Vogel at the last select board meeting.