Susan Robertson, 62, has served as the city’s acting manager since September, after longtime City Manager William Bridgeo retired.
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Posted inKennebec Journal, Maine, Maine Crime, News
Woman reportedly robs Big Apple store in Augusta, police say
Officials say female suspect escapes with an undisclosed amount of money early Monday after robbing a convenience store at 36 Stone St.
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Posted inBusiness, Kennebec Journal, Maine, News
Augusta approves rules to shield new solar projects from public view
New city rules require solar developments be less visible by requiring fencing, plantings or other methods. The changes are in response to concerns that existing solar projects are not aesthetically pleasing.
Posted inKennebec Journal, Maine, Morning Sentinel
Halloween celebrations returning across central Maine, though many with pandemic precautions
Organizations across the region are gearing up to offer spooky fun and chocolate for Halloween celebrations, even as they are mindful of the specter of COVID-19 that continues to haunt the state.
Posted inKennebec Journal, Maine, Maine Crime, News
Mistrial declared in Augusta sexual assault trial after juror dismissed
Judge declares mistrial in gross sexual assault trial of Alexander L. LaPointe of Rumford after a juror had contact with a family member who shared information about the case.
Posted inMaine, News, Politics
Rep. Golden gives Maine lawmakers his views on Biden’s $3.5 trillion bill
Golden’s letter to leaders of the Maine Legislature clarifies his views on the budget considered crucial to advancing President Biden’s agenda.
Posted inKennebec Journal, Maine
Crews repair washed-out section of Kennebec River Rail Trail in Augusta
About a year after water washed out a section of the trail, the area has been repaved.
Posted inKennebec Journal, Maine, Schools and Education
Central Maine schools see improvement with staff COVID vaccination rates, state data shows
Despite reporting errors, more school staff members are getting vaccinated at or above the statewide average of nearly 80%.
Posted inCommunity, Kennebec Journal
Stuff the Cruiser diaper drives to be held around Kennebec County
Kennebec Valley Community Action Program’s Family Enrichment Councils serve as Child Abuse and Neglect Councils for Kennebec and Somerset County. As part of its annual diaper drive, KVCAP plans to host “Stuff the Cruiser” events, in partnership with local law enforcement, at the following four locations during the last two weeks of October. • Madison […]
Posted inCommunity
Governor inducts veterans into Aides-de-Camp program
AUGUSTA — Gov. Janet Mills held her first meeting of the recently reinvigorated Aides-de-Camp program, an advisory council of military veterans who advise the Governor on policies impacting Maine veterans, on Oct. 6. Eleven veterans representing all branches of military services, as well as two members of Mills’ cabinet who are veterans — Public Safety […]