Oakland Overlook Park, with views of the western Maine mountains, opened over the summer. Town officials are now focusing on adding another 27 acres of parkland.
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Posted inKennebec Journal, Maine
Faced with staff shortage, Gardiner to offer $15,000 hiring bonus for experienced police officers
New officers hired in Gardiner will be eligible for a $15,000 bonus to be paid out over three years.
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Posted inKennebec Journal, Maine, Maine Crime
Armed robbery suspect sought by police in Gardiner
A Big Apple store clerk was robbed at gunpoint last week, according to authorities.
Posted inMaine, Morning Sentinel
Skowhegan man, 69, injured after accidentally firing handgun while driving
Police said a preliminary investigation determined Russell Madore of Skowhegan was traveling south on Madison Avenue when his gun discharged.
Posted inKennebec Journal, Maine, Schools and Education
Staffing issues, increasing COVID-19 cases, Gardiner Regional Middle School shifts to remote learning
Superintendent Patricia Hopkins says with an increase in reported COVID-19 cases at the school, the district does not have enough staff members to operate safely for in-person learning.
Posted inKennebec Journal, Maine
Firefighters extinguish shed fire before it spreads to Augusta house
Flames reported early Sunday afternoon at 99 Green St., officials say.
Posted inMaine, Morning Sentinel
Waterville council to discuss purchase, use of former Sacred Heart Church
Among the considerations for the church land between Pleasant Street and Middle Street is using it as a feeding location and overnight shelter for the homeless.
Posted inKennebec Journal, Maine
Gardiner school closed Monday ‘due to the shortage of staff, numerous positive COVID-19 cases’
MSAD 11 Superintendent Patricia Hopkins said she recognized her decision will be met with anger, frustration and relief.
Posted inKennebec Journal, Maine, Schools and Education
Penobscot Nation Tribal Court officials speak about restorative justice at University of Maine at Augusta
Rhonda Decontie, a UMA alumni, and Judge Eric Mehnert started the Healing to Wellness Court program at Penobscot Nation Tribal Court, which has shown great success.
Posted inKennebec Journal, Maine
Hallowell planning workshop to discuss future of historic fire station
City officials have not yet set a date for the workshop as of Friday, however Mayor George Lapointe said they plan to hold the discussion prior to council’s next meeting on Dec. 13.