Some of the most severe flooding Tuesday occurred in Hallowell as the Kennebec River pushed over its banks and affected several businesses.
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Augusta library to host talk by herbalist May 9
AUGUSTA — Nate Petley, a naturopathic doctor and clinical herbalist, plans in May to share some of his favorite herbs, how he uses them for health and healing, and how to identify them. His talk is scheduled for 6 p.m. Tuesday, May 9, in the Community Meeting Room at Lithgow Public Library, 45 Winthrop St. […]
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Weekend storm brings power outages and flooding to central Maine
Across central Maine, where rainfall totals reached 5 inches in some areas from the strong weekend storm, high water levels in the Kennebec River watershed brought flood warnings and washed out roads, along with downed trees and power outages.
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Augusta councilors ponder a spot for homeless people to camp as overnight shelter prepares to close
Some worry providing a place for homeless people to camp could create an influx of people from other parts of the state that would overwhelm local resources.
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Homeless in Maine: A new policing protocol shifts focus to assisting homeless people who need help
Local police agencies are grappling with a new protocol established by the Office of the Maine Attorney General that calls on authorities to not charge homeless people with minor crimes but instead focus on connecting them with service providers who may be able to help.
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UMaine Augusta to induct 2023 Sports Hall of Famers May 5
The University of Maine at Augusta Sports Hall of Fame has inducted three new individuals for 2023, adding athletic contributors from men’s and women’s sports to the existing 18-member Hall. The public can attend a free evening of recognition of athletes and supporters from both the past and present, scheduled for6 p.m. Friday, May 5, […]
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Homeless people seek somewhere to camp when Augusta overnight warming center closes
A listening session organized by unhoused people in Augusta prompted discussion of the difficulties of homelessness. Councilors are considering whether to allow tents to be set up on city property.
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Winthrop handbell ringers’ Augusta event rescheduled to June 7
AUGUSTA — The Winthrop Area Handbell Ringers plan to perform at 6 p.m. Wednesday, June 7, in the Community Meeting Room at Lithgow Public Library, 45 Winthrop St. They will perform a variety of music, including some written just for handbells, such as the piece “Rondo passacaglia.” There will also be some familiar pieces, such […]
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Lewiston school team wins state cooking competition for second year
Skowhegan offered pan-seared chicken over carrot puree with chicken flavored rice, vegetable salad, fruit salad with homemade dip and oatmeal-carrot cookies.
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Police launch investigation after Cony student posts photo of gun, ‘concerning words’ on social media
Additional police officers are stationed at Cony Middle and High School following the post made by a student who is not currently in the United States.