The winter market site will open for the first time on the first Tuesday after Thanksgiving, Nov. 28.
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Students showcase craftsmanship at Augusta trade show
The event at the Augusta Civic Center included 27 exhibitors and companies offering hands-on activities to more than 1,200 students from around the state.
Augusta council OKs giving Colonial Theatre $30,000, rejects faster release of more money
Mayor David Rollins cast a tie-breaking vote to authorize the $30,000 payment.
Augusta Planning Board denies new blasting permit on West River Road
Unlike other companies that had permission to blast before new city regulations, Harold Warren Construction asked for permission after new city rules were adopted.
Kennebec Journal Nov. 16 police log
Augusta area police reports for Nov. 16, 2017.
Augusta forum emphasizes pedestrian safety
The forum was one of several being held after an uptick in the number of Maine pedestrians killed in traffic accidents.
Spruce tree donated for Augusta holiday celebration
A tree lighting is scheduled for Nov. 25 and will include fireworks and visits with Santa Claus.
Augusta church sponsoring food packing event Saturday
The Kennebec Community Church has partnered with Feed My Starving Children, a national nonprofit, to pack 100,000 meals for needy people in countries around the world.
Gardiner, Augusta candidates announce plans to run for Legislature
Democrat Thom Harnett, in his third term as Gardiner mayor, seeks Rep. Gay Grant’s House seat; three-term Rep. Matthew Pouliot, a Republican, is running for the seat of Sen. Roger Katz.
Augusta Food Bank delays opening new building because of October storm
The food bank on Mount Vernon Avenue will be more efficient for the more than 400 families who visit each month, organizers said.