Susan Robertson, who has held the role since 2021, said she plans to retire next fall.
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Posted inKennebec Journal, Maine, Morning Sentinel, News
Augusta councilors vote to fund winter overnight shelter for one month longer than last year
City officials also expressed frustration with what they say is a lack of timely state support for helping people who are homeless.
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Augusta’s Viles Arboretum opens wetland boardwalk
The arboretum, on the east side of the state’s capital city, used both money from the Bureau of Parks and Lands as well as other fundraising to pay for the boardwalk that allows easy access to the wetland area along the north edge of its 224-acre facility.
Posted inCommunity, Kennebec Journal, Morning Sentinel
Maine Army National Guard completes command restructuring
On Sept. 10, in a brief signing ceremony at the Augusta Armory, the commanders of the two brigade level units in the Maine Army National Guard formally exchanged commands, the final of several changes in a two-year restructuring of the force, a process intended to increase the overall readiness and efficiency of the organization. Signing […]
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Public safety department promotes Safe Homes Program
September is Safe Homes Awareness Month.
Posted inKennebec Journal, Maine, Schools and Education
Schools in Augusta, Readfield ratchet up restrictions on cellphones
Administrators are banning the use of cellphones in classes to curb distractions and increase engagement.
Posted inBusiness, Kennebec Journal, Maine, News
Ironman 70.3 to remain in central Maine through 2027
Officials announced Thursday that they have reached an agreement that will keep the triathlon in Augusta for three additional years,
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Women’s league, Augusta library to host public forum Sept. 28
Ballot Questions 1 and 3 will be discussed.
Posted inKennebec Journal, Maine, News
Renovations to Maine State Museum chug along with removal of historic steam engine
When the Augusta museum reopens, likely in 2025, it is expected to feature interactive exhibits that boost focus on women and minority groups — and two humpback whale skeletons.
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Topsham foreman rolls massive train into and out of state museum, 37 years apart
Todd Belaire of The Cote Corp. of Auburn returned this week to the Maine State Museum in Augusta to undo work he had done in 1986.