The proposed Merrymeeting Trail would connect Brunswick to Augusta via a 34-mile unused railroad corridor that links with the Kennebec River Rail Trail.
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Augusta library brings back A Capital Read after a 6-year hiatus
AUGUSTA — Lithgow Public Library has brought back its A Capital Read program after a six-year hiatus. This year’s title is “The Poacher’s Son,” by Paul Doiron. Doiron is a best-selling author; “The Poacher’s Son,” his first book in the Mike Bowditch series, won the Barry Award and the Strand Critics Award and was nominated […]
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Spectrum Generations to host Celebrity Chef Challenge Sept. 18
All proceeds will support the programs and services of Spectrum Generations, including Meals on Wheels.
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Local Scouts lend hand both locally and for Hawaii
The slogan of Scouting is to “Do a Good Turn Daily.” Members of local Scout Troops and Cub Packs will be working this year not only on badges and awards but also on ways that they can help others in their community and as far away as Hawaii. Eric Handley of Sidney, Kennebec Valley District […]
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Navy warship named for Maine’s capital to be commissioned in Eastport
Augusta officials will travel Down East to see the ship put into service in September.
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Lithgow Cribbage Club to return Sept. 1
AUGUSTA — The Lithgow Cribbage Club plans to meet from 1-4 p.m. every Friday starting Sept. 1 in the Board Room of the 45 Winthrop St. library. This program is free, and players of all ages and abilities are welcome. Boards, pegs and cards are provided. For more information, call the library at 207-626-2415 or […]
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Augusta library to bring back tech help starting Sept. 5
AUGUSTA — For those who need assistance using technology, Alana MacArthur is scheduled to be available starting Tuesday, Sept. 5, from 2-4 p.m. Tuesdays and Wednesdays. She is available by appointment only at the Lithgow Public Library, 45 Winthrop St. Appointments are 20 minutes long. MacArthur can provide assistance with one of the public computers, […]
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Former Friendly’s in Augusta demolished to make way for dental office
The Western Avenue restaurant that closed in 2019 was torn down this week to make room for a new Aspen Dental office.
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Rural towns invited to propose project for Maine Service Fellow by Sept. 8
The deadline for submitting for the 2023-2024 year is Sept. 8.
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Augusta woman wins national title
Augusta resident Jennifer Fortin won the national title of USA SLICC Ambassador Miss/Ms./Mrs. 2023 on July 26 at Margaritaville Resort Orlando in Kissimmee, Florida. The pageant is a charity-driven organization that promotes success through leadership, integrity, character and confidence (SLICC), strongly emphasizing community service. Fortin also won the community service award in her division, and […]