Raegan LaRochelle defeated James Orr in race to fill vacant spot of House District 86, according to unofficial results.
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News and information from the greater Augusta area.
Posted inElections, Kennebec Journal, Local Elections, Maine
Readfield residents approve local ordinances on internet, land use
A majority of voters approved nine questions about the town exploring options for high-speed internet and land use ordinances, according to unofficial results.
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Posted inElections, Kennebec Journal, Local Elections, Maine
Augusta-area voters turn out in steady stream to weigh in on Question 1, local races
While several communities had local races on their ballots, most people turned out to vote on Question 1, a referendum question about the New England Clean Energy Connect corridor.
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Large weathervane among key early tests for new Kennebec County administrator
Scott Ferguson started work as the new county administrator this week, attending his first meeting Tuesday of the county commissioners who puzzled over what to do with a large weathervane at the facilities office.
Posted inHealth, Kennebec Journal, Maine
Augusta-based MaineGeneral loses 191 employees, about 4% of workforce, over COVID vaccine mandate
The staffing disclosure came following last week’s deadline for the state’s health care workers to be fully vaccinated against the coronavirus.
Posted inBusiness, Kennebec Journal, Maine
Augusta Halloween-themed store evacuated, forced to close on holiday over strange electrical problem
Spirit Halloween, a chain store offering costumes and other Halloween related items, had to close its Augusta store the day of Halloween as firefighters investigated the building.
Posted inKennebec Journal, Maine
No record for Augusta Halloween mask event, but organizers excited by new city tradition
Organizers say they will try for another record next year, as they build on the city’s reputation as the capital of Halloween in the region.
Posted inCommunity, Kennebec Journal
Turkey pie sale to be held in Madison
A turkey pie sale is to be featured at the “Enhanced Bake Sale,” scheduled for 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 13, at the Madison American Legion Hall, 20 South Maple St. in Madison. The sale also will feature homemade bake goods, also featuring RADA Cutlery, American Pride Bracelets and a patriotic tote filled […]
Posted inKennebec Journal, Maine, Morning Sentinel
Photos: Central Maine celebrates Halloween
Monmouth and Waterville are trick-or-treat hot spots Sunday as each community gathers to celebrate Halloween with more treats than tricks.