Augusta Adult and Community Education recently hosted its second annual Blessings Dinner, an evening dedicated to honoring the achievements of adult education students and fostering community connections. The event took place at the Buker Community Center and featured performances by Maine Arts Academy students. The Blessings Dinner celebrated cultural diversity, offering a feast that showcased […]
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Le Club Calumet hosts Thanksgiving dinner fueled by volunteers
The dinner expected around 400 attendees and took two days to prepare.
Jury finds Augusta man not guilty of murdering Richmond man
A jury acquitted Tyon Shuron of murder and felony murder charges but convicted him on a charge of witness tampering.
American Mothers Inc. chapter names 10 Maine nominees
The Maine Chapter of American Mothers Inc. has named 10 Maine mothers, from all walks of life, nominated from throughout the state by family members, friends and colleagues to receive special honor and recognition, for their commitment and dedication to their families, homes, local communities and beyond. This year’s nominees include Jacqueline Doucette of Sidney, […]
Kennebec 4-H Open House set for Saturday
AUGUSTA — A Kennebec 4-H Open House is scheduled to begin at 1 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 18, at the Buker Community Center, 22 Armory St. The University of Maine Extension plans to welcome area folks to a free event for families with fun, interactive activities through the afternoon to learn about what its 4-H clubs […]
Jury begins to weigh fate of Augusta man in Richmond murder trial
Tyon Shuron, 46, is accused of killing Andrew Sherman at Sherman’s Richmond home in the early hours of Sept. 29, 2019.
Man accused of killing Andrew Sherman of Richmond takes stand in his own defense
Tyon Shuron, 46, has been charged with murder in the death of Sherman and with witness tampering related to the case.
Recycled Shakespeare to hold November auditions
Recycled Shakespeare Company plans to hold auditions for its upcoming play “Richard III” from 5-7 p.m. Sunday, Nov. 26, at South Parish Congregational Church, 9 Church St. in Augusta, and from 5-7 p.m. Monday, Nov. 27, at Fairfield House of Pizza, 207 Main St. in Fairfield. Auditions will consist of individual and group cold readings. […]
Area Scouts take part in Veterans Day events
Scouts took part in Veterans Day parades, ceremonies and gatherings to honor the nation’s uniformed heroes. In Waterville, Scouts from Vassalboro, Winslow, Windsor and Augusta marched in the Veterans Day Parade with some of the Cub Scouts from Windsor leading the pledge of allegiance at City Hall. This was Windsor Pack 609’s first parade and […]
Commission investigating Lewiston shootings moves meeting location
The public session of the meeting, which will be livestreamed, will be at 10 a.m. Monday in the Cross Building, Room 209, in Augusta.