The Greater Augusta AARP Chapter 511 recently gifted $2,000 to the William S. Cohen Community Center in Hallowell. The money will benefit the Cohen Center’s Meals On Wheels Program to help feed homebound seniors. Priscilla Costello, AARP vice president of the Chapter 511, made the presentation to Cindy Sullivan, director of the Cohen Center.
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Fire in Augusta business stopped by sprinkler system
Bangor Street Barbersalon sustains water, smoke damage, but other businesses in building escape damage.
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Augusta Armory rings in new year with antiques
Antique collectors sell and swap items, stories.
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Central Maine in line for wet, heavy snow
Central and western areas of Maine can expect between 4 and 10 inches of snow late Monday into Tuesday night.
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Free workshops to be offered Jan. 14-16 at agricultural trades show in Augusta
AUGUSTA — The Beginning Farmer Resource Network, a coalition of agricultural agencies in Maine, will host free workshops and offer consultation services to Maine’s newest farmers Jan. 14-16 during the Maine Agricultural Trades Show at the Augusta Civic Center, 76 Community Drive, Augusta, according to a news release from the University of Maine Cooperative Extension. […]
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Freezing rain sends vehicles sliding off roads across central Maine
First responders were busy responding to a steady stream of accidents and slide-offs Friday morning.
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CATC recognizes December Students of Month
AUGUSTA — Capital Area Technical Center has announced its December Students of the Month, according to a news release from the center. Nathan Couture, of Manchester, is a senior from Maranacook Community High School in Readfield enrolled in the Business Academy program. He likes being able to take advantage of the opportunities available thru his […]
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Maine Compass: Public-private partnerships are helping to keep Maine healthy
A nonprofit is working with officials to expand access to care in rural areas.
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Beloved principal’s cancer treatments inspire St. Michael students in Augusta to drive ‘change’
AUGUSTA — “I’m so grateful. The Harold Alfond Center for Cancer Care is something else I am thankful for because without the treatments I am still receiving, I wouldn’t be here.” The words of Kevin Cullen, principal of St. Michael School in Augusta, were met with applause from students and staff in the gym of […]
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Augusta’s Mark O’Brien known for leading with civility
At-Large Councilor Mark O’Brien has served the city for more than two decades, with roles on the city council and board of education.