State elections officials announce state Rep. Michael Perkins has defeated Kevin Kitchin 922 to 845 to win the Republican nomination for Senate district that covers greater Waterville.
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AG rules that state appointees can’t run for political office
The governor’s office had initially advised at least one Democratic candidate that she would only need to resign if she won based on what it now says is ‘a longstanding, but erroneous, understanding of the law’ that preceded the administration.
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Posted inCommunity, Kennebec Journal, Morning Sentinel
Statewide program to offer free Keep My Customers workshop
New Ventures Maine plans to offer an online, tuition-free website development class, Grow Your Business Online — Keep My Customers at 6 p.m. Wednesday, June 22. The class will cover: Offering exceptional sales and service experiences; and protecting your website: Learn how to protect your customers and your brand. Tools and guidance will be provided […]
Posted inCommunity, Kennebec Journal
Augusta arboretum to host chamber’s Business After Hours June 22
AUGUSTA — The Kennebec Valley Chamber of Commerce’s monthly Business After Hours is scheduled to be hosted by Viles Arboretum from 5 to 7 p.m. Wednesday, June 22, at 153 Hospital St. The event is free and open to chamber members and guests. The chamber organizes free monthly networking receptions for members by pairing with […]
Posted inCommunity
Winthrop soldier recognized for designing national leader’s logo
AUGUSTA — Sgt. 1st Class Alyson Pelletier received an award June 4 for her brand design for the office of the National Guard Bureau senior enlisted advisor. Senior Enlisted Advisor Tony Whitehead, senior advisor to the chief of the National Guard Bureau, presented the award at a Camp Chamberlain ceremony. Pelletier’s design was chosen from […]
Posted inElection 2022, Kennebec Journal, Maine
James Orr wins Republican nomination for Augusta House seat
Orr received 332 votes while his opponent, Michael Michaud, received 197, according to unofficial results on Tuesday night.
Posted inMaine, Maine Crime, News
Maine State Police announce organizational changes
The most significant change will be creating a midnight or overnight shift for troopers in most parts of Maine rather than relying on on-call personnel.
Posted inHealth, Maine
Maine child recovering from hepatitis with unknown cause
It is rare for the cause to be unknown, although similar cases have recently been reported in other states and countries.
Posted inKennebec Journal, Maine
Controversial proposal for large self-storage business at Kmart site in Augusta revised
City councilors who criticized the appearance of the initial proposal expressed support for a new, office-like building in place of standalone units with garage-style doors in the former Kmart parking lot on Western Ave.
Posted inCommunity, Kennebec Journal
UMaine Augusta campus food pantry receives $1K donation
The University of Maine at Augusta Community Cupboard campus food pantry recently received a $1,000 donation from the University Credit Union. With the support of its credit union members from across the state, $35,461 was raised in 2021 for the Campaign for Ending Hunger, which provides critical supplemental funding for local food assistance programs that […]