Officials: Jarod Jones,19, faces more than 20 charges related to multiple thefts and burglaries in Augusta, but most of the charges will be dismissed if he complies with the terms of an agreement with prosecutors.
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Posted inKennebec Journal, Maine Crime, News
Man who eluded police multiple times and was nabbed in Waterville attic to serve 5 years in prison
Diego Martinez, 34, of Massachusetts, who eluded police for five weeks last year and avoided arrest after high-speed chases, pleaded guilty to numerous charges.
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Word on the Street: HydeOut at the Wharf plans to close following contentious move
The longtime area bar plans to close at the end of June with its “lights out” tour.
Posted inCommunity, Kennebec Journal
Capital Area Technical Center students receive $1K scholarships
Ben Ames of JB Builders in West Gardiner recently presented $1,000 scholarships to two students at Capital Area Technical Center in Augusta. Jared Mrazik of Mount Vernon attends Maranacook Community High School. He attended the Electrical Technology program for two years. He works part-time at the Weathervane Restaurant, as well as with an electrician. He […]
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Roundup: Central Maine school budget validation results by town
A roundup of unofficial results from Tuesday’s school budget validation referenda in greater Augusta and Waterville.
Posted inCommunity, Kennebec Journal
Neighbors Driving Neighbors hold event to honor drivers
AUGUSTA — Neighbors Driving Neighbors held a celebratory luncheon May 25 at the Viles House to honor its volunteer drivers. NDN President Harald Bredesen thanked the drivers, whom he called “the heart of NDN,” for their dedication and commitment to helping others in the communities served by NDN, according to a news release from Cindy […]
Posted inKennebec Journal, Maine, News
Augusta officials seek to maximize housing on current police station site
Augusta Housing Authority officials said it may not be feasible to acquire the building at the previously discussed price of $650,000.
Posted inKennebec Journal, Local Government, Maine
Augusta city councilor with political organizing background sworn in as new Kennebec County register of probate
Abigail St. Valle, 31, fills the vacancy created by the retirement of longtime register Kathleen Ayers.
Posted inCommunity, Kennebec Journal
Old Canada Road receives sponsorship funds for map project
AUGUSTA — Kennebec Valley Tourism Council has awarded $2,500 in sponsorship support funds to the Old Canada Road National Scenic Byway Board of Directors for the Map/Visitor Guide Project. This funding aims to assist in the growth of tourism in Maine’s Kennebec Valley and produce a positive economic impact on the region. Old Canada Road […]
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Augusta officials, building owners reach deal that highlights difficulty of providing safe, affordable housing in city
Code violations at the Edwards Inn at 53 Water St. have prompted discussion about code violations and providing much-needed low-income housing in Augusta.