The proposed project, to start in 2026, would eliminate a traffic light now at the intersection of Bangor and Quimby streets.
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Antique appraisal fair to benefit Friends of Lithgow Library
AUGUSTA — An antique appraisal fair is scheduled for 1-4 p.m. Thursday, May 2, at the Lithgow Public Library Community Meeting Room, 45 Winthrop St. A donation to the Friends of Lithgow Library is required for each appraisal. People are asked to bring no more than five items, and no glass or china unless it […]
St. Michael School lists honor roll students
AUGUSTA — St. Michael School has announced its third trimester honor roll students for the 2023-24 academic year. Grade 5 — High honors: Evan Gosselin, Jocelyn Haskell, CoraRuth Longley, Luke Lord, Chandler Nicknair, Lucien Radonis and Brady Small. Honors: Ryder Jean, Michael Jaquillard, Creek Nelson, Hunter Pickrell, Mila Smith, Hannah Sousa, Ava Sweeney and Evelyn […]
Scholarships, awards presented at 2024 Cony High School graduation
AUGUSTA — Cony High School’s class of 2024 graduation was held at 4 p.m. Sunday, June 9, at the Augusta Civc Center. The following awards, prizes and scholarships were presented during Cony Award Assemblies and Class Day Alice Reynolds Scholarship: Brandon Mastrianno Alison Rollins Lucas Scholarship: Joshua Kidd Arion Music Award for a deserving member […]
Augusta’s proposed budget calls for increased spending, with property taxes expected to decrease
The city manager said the proposed $87.7 million budget would result in a 0.8% property tax decrease for Augusta property owners.
Constitutional concerns raised about Augusta’s proposed aggressive solicitation ban
City councilors have been divided on the ordinance, which was proposed in response to concerns about aggressive, intimidating behavior.
Steady rain across central Maine brings precautionary measures along the Kennebec River
With low-lying public spaces along the Kennebec River closed as a precaution following this week’s rain, officials are eying a storm next week that’s expected to bring rain and snow to the region.
Update: Augusta councilors vote to confirm Lully as new police chief
Kevin Lully takes over as chief following the retirement of Jared Mills, who is set to become Augusta’s next city manager.
Longtime officer appointed as police chief in Augusta
Kevin Lully, who worked his way up the ranks of Augusta Police Department for the last 29 years, has served as interim chief since November.
Lawsuit alleges founder of Special Olympics Maine sexually abused child for decades
An Augusta man says Melvin ‘Mickey’ Boutilier, who died in 2012, starting abusing him when he was a child in the 1960s.