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City and town Memorial Day services tempered by pandemic

by Matt Byrne May 25, 2020May 26, 2020

Elected officials, veterans and the public observed a quieter, socially distant Memorial Day on Monday, devoid of the busy parades and graveside gatherings typically held to honor the nation’s fallen soldiers.

Nation & World

Car theft spikes during pandemic

by STEFANIE DAZIO Associated Press May 25, 2020May 26, 2020

Vehicle larcenies were up 63 percent in New York from Jan. 1 through mid-May.

Kennebec Journal, Maine, Times Record

Richmond readies for summer, but without recreation program, Richmond Days

by Jessica Lowell May 25, 2020May 26, 2020

While Richmond’s KOA campground can be open to Maine residents starting Memorial Day weekend, other summer activities have been canceled.

Kennebec Journal, Maine

More changes shape summer season in downtown Augusta

by Jessica Lowell May 25, 2020May 25, 2020

Outdoor dining, a new gallery and new apartments now under construction mark the latest chapter in downtown Augusta’s revival.

Maine, News

Veteran marches in one-man Memorial Day parade in Portland: See the photos

by Staff Report May 25, 2020May 26, 2020

To a smattering of applause from a few dozen onlookers, retired Army 1st Sgt. Richard Cobb briskly marches from Longfellow Square to Monument Square.

Maine, Morning Sentinel, Schools and Education

High schools in Winslow, Newport, Pittsfield and China get creative with graduations

by Molly Shelly May 25, 2020June 12, 2020

Schools are tailoring graduation ceremonies to stay within safety guidelines regarding group gatherings during the coronavirus pandemic, but are also including in-person opportunities.