AUGUSTA — Lithgow Public Library plans to hold a midterm election and biography book event about Thomas Brackett Reed at 6:30 p.m. Tuesday, Oct. 25, in the Community Meeting Room at 45 Winthrop St. As the midterm campaign intensifies, this free presentation by University of Southern Maine associate professor and biographer Robert Klotz views the […]
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Augusta police release further details about suspect in bank robbery
The suspect is described as a white male between 5 feet 7 inches and 5 feet 10 inches tall and 150 to 180 pounds. In a photograph released by police, the suspect is wearing a brown hat, a light-colored protective mask, a dark jacket and dark athletic pants, possibly with a light stripe.
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Augusta might hike fees for building permits, charge for review of plans in historic districts
Some city councilors say they worry charging to have projects reviewed by the Historic District Review Board could cause some building owners to hide projects from review.
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Diaper drives to kick off Oct. 21 in Kennebec, Somerset counties
Each year the family enrichment councils in Kennebec and Somerset counties organize a diaper drive to collect diapers and wipes for families in need. This year’s Stuff the Cruiser events are scheduled to be hosted in collaboration with local law enforcement in various communities: • Somerset County: Friday, Oct. 21, 3-6 p.m., Hannaford, 100 Fairgrounds […]
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Augusta police investigate report of armed robbery at Camden National bank
No injuries were reported as a result of the incident and no one has been arrested, police said.
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Augusta library to host improv theater Oct. 22
AUGUSTA — The Marti Stevens Interactive Improvisational Theater is scheduled to perform at 10 a.m. Saturday, Oct. 22, at Lithgow Public Library, 45 Winthrop St. The theater, in partnership with Spectrum Generations of Central Maine, has been awarded a 2022 AARP Community Challenge grant. The group will perform scenarios about the challenges many Maine citizens […]
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Displeasure with solar projects at Interstate 95 interchanges prompts Augusta officials to seek additional regulations
City officials acknowledge the city’s solar development rules don’t apply to the state’s under-construction solar farms, but say the highly visible projects have prompted many residents to have reservations about allowing too much solar development in Augusta.
Posted inKennebec Journal, Maine, Morning Sentinel
More than 10,000 power outages reported in central Maine in wake of autumn storm
The slow-moving storm knocked out power across central Maine during the day Friday, with the bulk of the outages reported in Kennebec County, many due to fallen trees.
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Maine Chapter of American Mothers plans fall meeting
AUGUSTA —The Maine Chapter of American Mothers Inc. plans to host its fall meeting at 2 p.m. Friday, Oct. 21, at the Viles Mansion, 71 Stone St. Those who attend are asked to bring a package of socks for children or adults to support the organization’s SOCKTOBER Drive, for those in need. Each year nominations […]
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Augusta club to feature major pétanque champion Oct. 21
AUGUSTA — The Mill Park Pétanque Club plans to host an event at 1 p.m. Friday, Oct. 21, at Mill Park at 1 Water St. Marco Foyot, a 36-time major pétanque champion, will offer professional instruction to its players, according to a news release from Raymond Fecteau, club member. Those who want to take part […]