Two of Winthrop’s brand-new Lion Electric Company school buses have not hit the road yet because of malfunctioning windshields, Superintendent Jim Hodgkin said. Yarmouth and Vinalhaven have experienced similar problems.
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Thousands without power as central Maine deals with season’s first snowstorm
Reported snowfall totals in the region ranged from 5 to 11 inches Monday morning, according to the National Weather Service in Gray.
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Chelsea Foodbank to hold benefit bike raffle
A drawing will be held at noon on Dec. 20.
Posted inKennebec Journal, Maine, Schools and Education
After a pair of students wore suits and neckties to school, many at Chelsea Elementary School now dress up for ‘Dapper Wednesday’
Third grade students James Ramage and Lincoln Bolitho, both 8, began dressing up for school last year as second graders, and the tradition has caught on among other students and staff members.
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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, […]
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Sheepscot Valley school district opens day care for teachers’ kids
The effort by Regional School Unit 12 is meant to help attract and retain teachers amid statewide staffing shortages.
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Photos: Central Maine honors its veterans
Central Maine communities marked Veterans Day on Saturday with special observances, including the laying of a wreath at Togus VA Medical Center in Chelsea, and a parade through the Waterville downtown.
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Pink Warrior Productions/United States of America’s Maine Pageant winners recognized
Pink Warrior Productions/United States of America’s Maine Pageant has announced the winners crowned at the state pageant on Oct. 22 at the Augusta Civic Center, according to a news release from Christie A. Hines, executive director, USOA Maine Pageants. United States of America’s Teen Maine 2024 is Emma May Brown of North Waterboro. United States […]
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Albion man indicted on child sex assault charges
Sean M. Eori, 43, was indicted on 11 charges by a Kennebec County grand jury.
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Chelsea woman charged with helping boyfriend evade arrest before police fatally shot him
Police say Annie McKechnie, 22, helped Frank Foss Jr. avoid arrest weeks before his death.