The following communities plan to hold Scouting signup programs in September. Cub Scouting is a family-centered program built on fun while teaching lifelong values. Youth may join at any level. AUGUSTA (West Side) — A “Touch a Truck with Cub Scout Pack 684” event is scheduled from noon to 4 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 25, at […]
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Posted inKennebec Journal, Maine, News
Augusta picks acting city manager
Assistant City Manager Susan Robertson to serve as interm manager after City Manager William Bridgeo retires, before permanent replacement is found.
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As nation prepares to mark 20 years since 9/11, vivid images remain for central Mainers of the fateful day
From teachers and students to first responders, local people shared their memories of the terrorist attacks two decades later.
Posted inNation & World, Religion and Values
Pandemic once again disrupts plans for Jewish High Holy Days
Temple Beth El in Augusta will require masks inside the synagogue, but workers have erected a big tent in the yard for an outdoor service on Sept. 7.
Posted inKennebec Journal, Maine, Politics
Augusta city councilor, veteran volunteer squaring off to fill vacant House District 86 seat
The state House of Representatives seat was left vacant when former Rep. Justin Fecteau, R-Augusta, resigned in July and will be filled in a Nov. 2 special election.
Posted inBusiness, Health, Maine, News
Three Maine nursing homes announced closures this week, and more appear imminent
Staffing shortages are driving the closures, but other reasons, such as workers’ reluctance to get the COVID-19 vaccine, have contributed, health officials say.
Posted inKennebec Journal, Maine, Morning Sentinel
Development proposal for last remaining Edwards mill building moving forward in Augusta
City councilors expressed enthusiasm for the proposal, saying it could help revitalize the north end of downtown and Sand Hill area.
Posted inKennebec Journal, Maine
Augusta tasks engineer to study options as Hatch Hill landfill fills up
The city-owned landfill that also accepts waste from the residents of eight surrounding communities is projected to be full in five years.
Posted inKennebec Journal, Maine
Maine organic dairy farms to lose their buyer as Horizon Organic cuts ties to Northeast producers
Last week, Horizon Organic notified Maine dairy farms that their milk contracts won’t be renewed a year from now, leaving owners and state officials unsure about what’s next.
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Sculpture erected at Augusta’s petanque courts
It has been 10 years of steady growth for petanque — “the most interesting game no one ever heard of” — in Augusta.