The $5,000, which was set aside in the budget to help these projects come to fruition, includes $2,000 for two sculptures and $3,000 for a large mural project.
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Central Maine teachers experiencing ‘a school year like never before’
As teachers and staff struggle to resume classroom teaching, one expert says it might be time to reassess how teachers and staff are supported.
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Police halt Waterville car chase over safety concerns
Officials say they know who the suspect is and were concerned about safety during the initial pursuit.
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As homelessness increases in Augusta, officials seek solutions
When Robin Oviatt was evicted earlier this year, the only shelter she could find was one she put together herself with a tent and pop-up canopies covered by a tarp.
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Waterville man receives Masonic Scouting award
WATERVILLE — Bruce Rueger of Waterville, vice chair of the Kennebec Valley District of Scouting, was presented the Daniel Carter Beard Masonic Scouter Award Oct. 26 in recognition of his dedication to both the Masons and the programs of Scouting. Richard Nadeau, grand master of Masons in Maine, presented the award at Central Lodge 45 […]
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Augusta officials approve solar farm under new rules
The Church Hill Road project is to be built adjacent to an existing, 34-acre solar farm built by the same developer that drew concern from neighbors and passersby about its appearance.
Posted inCommunity, Kennebec Journal
Damariscotta organization launches artists’ group
DAMARISCOTTA — The River Arts Artists’ Group seeks new and established artists for monthly get-togethers in a relaxed environment. Attendees are asked to bring a sample of their work, pull up a chair, and join the conversation. The group, with coordinator Elaine Abel, is scheduled to meet from 3:30 to 5 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 18, […]
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Committee to discuss consumer-owned public utility proposal
DAMARISCOTTA — Details of a proposal to create a nonprofit consumer-owned utility, the Pine Tree Power Company, are scheduled to be presented during the Lincoln County Democratic Committee’s online meeting at 6:30 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 18. This is an information session and not a forum for debate. All Lincoln County Democrats and unenrolled progressives are […]
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Winthrop teachers’ union members plead for school closure
After the Winthrop School Committee opted to extend Thanksgiving break, the Winthrop Education Association said Wednesday that its members don’t think that’s enough to slow the rapid spread of COVID-19 in the schools.
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Kennebec County charts largest single-day increase in COVID-19 cases
The Maine Center for Disease Control & Prevention reports 177 new cases Wednesday in Kennebec County, the largest single-day increase in the county since the pandemic began.