The tree was a donation of Anita and Peter Morrissey, in whose yard the transplanted forest tree has been growing for more than a decade.
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Augusta forum spotlights concerns with imprisoning youth, discusses juvenile justice reform
A 32-member task force is soliciting feedback in its effort to recommend changes, which could include shutting down state’s only youth prison, to how Maine treats youthful offenders.
Posted inKennebec Journal, Maine
Heater causes small fire at UMA library
Augusta Fire Department Battalion Chief John Bennett said a heater caught on fire this morning, but burned itself out before causing major damage.
Posted inCommunity
Augusta, Waterville area bridge results
Gamers play in Waterville, Hallowell, Fairfield and Augusta.
Posted inCommunity
Augusta church to host free Thanksgiving dinner Nov. 28
AUGUSTA — Green Street United Methodist Church will host its annual free community Thanksgiving dinner at 11 a.m. Thursday, Nov. 28, at 13 Green St. A full traditional turkey dinner with all the trimmings will be served; everyone is welcome. For more information, call Darby Rock at 622-0843.
Posted inMaine, Maine Crime
Police investigating Augusta CVS robbery
The suspect made off with an undisclosed amount of prescription medication Wednesday afternoon before fleeing the scene before police could arrive.
Posted inCommunity, Maine
Maine Arts Commission announce $145,000 in Bicentennial Community Grant awards
The Maine Arts Commission, based in Augusta, has announced the Maine Bicentennial Community Grants to be awarded to organizations and municipalities across the state, according to a news release from the commission. The arts commission administered the grant review process in partnership with the Maine Bicentennial Commission. Out of the 44 grant applications reviewed, the […]
Posted inKennebec Journal, Maine
Augusta’s Cony athletic complex gets $500,000 donation offer
Philanthropist Robert Fuller has offered an up-to-$500,000 donation, which must be matched by other private donations, to help fund improvements to Cony’s Alumni Field athletic complex.
Posted inOp-Eds, Opinion
Maine Compass: Domestic abuse destroys lives even when it doesn’t end them
All intimate-partner violence takes a toll, and stopping it requires seeing it for what it is.