Choosing a perfect Christmas tree in the woods of Skowhegan amid deep snow and bitter cold took a lot of effort and ingenuity, Amy Calder writes.
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Posted inMaine, Morning Sentinel
Skowhegan officials looking for ways to lower construction costs for new public safety building
The problem facing the town is that voters earlier approved about $9 million for the project but bids on the work far exceeded that amount.
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Posted inBoys Basketball, Girls Basketball, Sports, Varsity Maine
As new basketball season begins, high schools prepare to work around patchwork of pandemic masking rules
Not all schools will require coverings for players during games and practices, setting up a unique dynamic this winter.
Posted inMaine, Maine Crime, Morning Sentinel
Three charged after Skowhegan search yields stolen firearms, fentanyl and other illicit drugs, police say
Those charged include Roger Lloyd Jr., 24, and Dakota Merril, 19, whose Skowhegan apartment was searched Wednesday, according to officials.
Posted inMaine, Morning Sentinel, News
Woman hospitalized following 3-vehicle wreck in Oakland
The woman’s injuries were not believed to be life-threatening. Police said slush on Oak Hill Drive on Thursday caused a car to slide through a stop sign, triggering the collision.
Posted inKennebec Journal, Maine, News
Augusta nonprofit home updates mission to help more female veterans
Betsy Ann Ross House of Hope to host support group for female veterans who have endured sexual harassment and assault.
Posted inKennebec Journal, Maine
Litchfield officials quickly working toward permanent fix for leaking dam
The earliest possible construction date is next fall, according to the town manager, as officials say seepage has continued despite the placement of sandbags.
Posted inKennebec Journal, Maine, Schools and Education
Augusta Board of Education alters winter break at suggestion of student representative
A proposal to adjust winter break might have been good for teachers, but student representative Kristen Merrill says it would be difficult for most students.
Posted inMaine, Sports
Rope tow installation signals return of Alpine skiing to Quarry Road Trails
Downhill skiing takes its first steps to returning to Waterville facility since 1970s.
Posted inMaine, Morning Sentinel
Dozens of car wrecks reported in central Maine as roads become slick with snow
Only about 1 to 3 inches of snow fell across the region Wednesday, but it was enough to make for dangerous driving conditions.