Organizations across the region are gearing up to offer spooky fun and chocolate for Halloween celebrations, even as they are mindful of the specter of COVID-19 that continues to haunt the state.
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Posted inKennebec Journal, Maine, Maine Crime, News
Mistrial declared in Augusta sexual assault trial after juror dismissed
Judge declares mistrial in gross sexual assault trial of Alexander L. LaPointe of Rumford after a juror had contact with a family member who shared information about the case.
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Posted inKennebec Journal, Maine, Schools and Education
Readfield-area schools officials debate remote learning options as COVID cases spike in district
The board did not come up with a solution, but will take the answers they gained with them to the Nov. 3 meeting to evaluate the situation in a couple of weeks.
Posted inMaine, Morning Sentinel, Schools and Education
Mask mandate to remain in place for Skowhegan-area schools
The Maine School Administrative District 54 superintendent on Thursday said the mask requirement has contributed to a steep drop in the number of students who have had to quarantine.
Posted inAmy Calder, Columns, Maine
Amy Calder: We can make the season bright, and put the pandemic behind us
If all who are unvaccinated get the jab now, it would ensure we all have a happy upcoming holiday season, Amy Calder writes.
Posted inMaine, Morning Sentinel
Ten animals killed when fire destroys Starks kennel
Briana Erb spent Thursday surveying the charred remains of Rustic Root Kennels after a fire Wednesday destroyed the kennel along with other property owned by Erb and her family.
Posted inKennebec Journal, Maine
Crews repair washed-out section of Kennebec River Rail Trail in Augusta
About a year after water washed out a section of the trail, the area has been repaved.
Posted inKennebec Journal, Maine
Readfield residents to vote Nov. 2 on broadband, land use at special town meeting
Secret ballot vote set for 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. at the Harold and Ted Alfond Athletic Center at Kents Hill School, 1617 Main St.
Posted inKennebec Journal, Maine, Schools and Education
Central Maine schools see improvement with staff COVID vaccination rates, state data shows
Despite reporting errors, more school staff members are getting vaccinated at or above the statewide average of nearly 80%.
Posted inMaine
Waterville looks to boost pay for assistant city manager position as few apply
City had few takers after seeking applicants for assistant city manager and for fire inspector.