The Maine County Commissioners Association Risk Pool is the first government entity in Maine to be penalized for wrongly withholding documents since the Freedom of Access Act became law in 1959.
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Posted inKennebec Journal, Maine, News
Augusta sand bucket delivery program seeks to gain traction with older residents
A partnership between the Augusta Age-Friendly Committee and the city offers deliveries of salted sand to residents who are over 60 or disabled and unable to get their own buckets.
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Aroma Joe’s to offer free 20-ounce drink for all veterans Nov. 11
Aroma Joe’s plans to offer a free 24-ounce drink for all veterans on Saturday, Nov. 11. Area locations include 166 Center St. in Auburn; 3 Bangor St. in Augusta; Big Apple Store, 205 Western Ave. in Augusta; 1930 S Lisbon Road in Lewiston; 403 Sabattus St. in Lewiston, 692 Lisbon St. in Lisbon; 1570 Main […]
Posted inKennebec Journal, Maine, Maine Crime
Trial begins for Augusta man accused of killing Richmond photographer over salacious images
Tyon Shuron is accused of murdering Andrew Sherman at Sherman’s Richmond home in 2019 and trying to compel a witness to change the story she told police.
Posted inBusiness
Photos: Seafood for the soul in Lewiston
Two women sell seafood in Lewiston to raise funds for victims and families of the recent mass shooting. Photos by Russ Dillingham/Sun Journal.
Posted inKennebec Journal, Maine, News, Schools and Education
Maine Arts Academy in Augusta gets federal grant for school safety improvements
The public charter school is to use $93,000 in federal funds to help make sure students are safe at their new school, a former health care facility.
Posted inElection 2023, Kennebec Journal, Local Elections, Local Government, Maine, News, Politics
Augusta voters elect Gary-Allen and Austin to City Council
Voters also chose two new Augusta Board of Education members, James Orr and Susan Parks, in contested races.
Posted inElection 2023, Kennebec Journal, Maine, Morning Sentinel, News
Roundup: Central Maine municipal election results by town
Unofficial results of the Nov. 7 municipal elections for participating towns in greater Augusta and Waterville. Only contested races are included. Keep checking back for updates Wednesday.
Posted inElection 2023, Kennebec Journal, Maine, Morning Sentinel
Election Day in central Maine brings light but steady turnout, interest in statewide questions
Voters on Tuesday spoke of mayoral races in Hallowell and Waterville, and contested races elsewhere, but it was state referendum questions that had many talking.
Posted inCommunity, Morning Sentinel
Commission to celebrate Veterans’ Art Exhibition in Augusta Nov. 9
AUGUSTA — The Maine Arts Commission is set to host its Maine Veterans Art Exhibition through Feb. 27 at the State Capitol Complex. This exhibition provides a platform for Maine veterans to showcase their artistic talents and share their experiences with the broader community. The art will be accessible to all during regular business hours, […]