Crash involves several vehicles and pedestrians near the Crossings Way area of Western Avenue.
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Posted inLocal Government, Maine, Morning Sentinel
Clinton officials consider purchasing new ambulance using federal pandemic relief money
Fire Chief Travis Leary spoke with selectmen Tuesday about using the federal money to replace an ambulance that is 20 years old and has 146,000 miles on it.
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Posted inKennebec Journal, Maine
Augusta board recommends zone change for housing project, sparking larger question of Western Avenue’s future
The proposal to demolish a vacant building at 99 Western Ave. to make way for a new building with 11 studio apartments and 27 one-bedroom apartments is also sparking discussion about need to make the busy four-lane road safer for pedestrians and motorists.
Posted inMaine, Morning Sentinel
A historic Vassalboro church that was focus of months-long dispute is demolished
The man who owned the former Methodist church on Priest Hill Road said he was working to renovate the building, but the town said little progress had been made and it remained a public hazard.
Posted inMaine, Morning Sentinel
Residents voice opposition to Madison affordable housing project
A majority of people who attended a public hearing Tuesday were critical of the housing plans because they believe the project will erode their quality of life.
Posted inKennebec Journal, Local Government, Maine
Farmingdale schedules special election to fill selectman vacancy, looks to fill another in November
Voting set for 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. on Tuesday, Aug. 9, at the Farmingdale Town Office.
Posted inKennebec Journal, Maine, Things to Do
Richmond Days returns after 2-year hiatus this weekend with ‘The Fabulous ’50s’ theme
The event will feature fireworks, a Frank Sinatra impersonator, a soap box-style race for children and a roller rink on Richmond’s Front Street.
Posted inKennebec Journal, Maine
At an upcoming special meeting, Litchfield to consider allowing fire department to bill insurance companies for calls
Other matters at the Aug. 8 meeting will include repairs and maintenance of the fire station parking and an item requiring declaration of write-in candidates in order for those votes to be counted.
Posted inBusiness, Maine, Morning Sentinel, News
Neighborhood redemption centers becoming less common as their numbers decline
Dozens of the centers have closed over the last two years in Maine, a reflection of the difficulty in finding workers and also rising costs that nibble away at razor-thin profit margins.
Posted inKennebec Journal, Maine
Randolph’s town budget up nearly $400,000, but mostly in overrun costs for the new fire station
The town will ask residents on Wednesday night to approve a $2.8 million budget, an increase of $410,304 from last year’s $2.4 million budget.