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Renys expands to Augusta, will open store in October

by Emily Duggan August 17, 2025August 15, 2025

The Newcastle-based retail chain is opening its 20th store at the Capital Shopping Center in October, adding to Augusta’s retail sector.

Food & Dining, Local & State, News

Second Harvest Moon Deli opens in Augusta

by Emily Duggan August 14, 2025August 14, 2025

The deli has opened its second Augusta location on Steven King Drive.

Elections, Local & State, News

Augusta proposes borrowing $6.1 million for Civic Center, road, building improvements

by Keith Edwards August 10, 2025August 9, 2025

Augusta voters will to be asked to approve $5.3 million in borrowing in November to pay for citywide infrastructure projects.

Local & State, News

Maine joins effort to crack down on illegal robocalls

by Gillian Graham August 7, 2025August 7, 2025

The Anti-Robocall Litigation Task Force is sending warning letters to 37 companies that officials say are responsible for a significant volume of fraudulent robocalls targeting people in Maine and nationwide.

Local & State, Maine Crime, News

Maine Capitol Police chief placed on leave following arrest

by Jake Freudberg August 6, 2025August 6, 2025

Matthew Clancy, arrested Friday for assaulting an officer during a late-night scuffle Friday in Hallowell, was also stopped in Waterville in 2023 for appearing intoxicated in his parked truck.

Local & State, Maine Crime, News

Oxford County man indicted in frying pan attack in Augusta

by Keith Edwards August 5, 2025

Zebbie D. Thomas Jr., 33, allegedly attacked a sleeping man and was caught days later by police who spun out the vehicle in which he was riding.

Local & State, News

Gardiner silent film festival to feature canine star from Maine

by Keith Edwards August 4, 2025August 4, 2025

Dog Day Afternoon: A Celebration of Canine Stars in Silent Film will feature Jean, a collie from Eastport, movies shot in Maine and live music, all hosted by Belgrade film restorer Ed Lorusso.