Johnson Hall plans to present an evening of stand-up comedy featuring Johnny Ater and hosted by Mark Turcotte at 7:30 p.m. Saturday, Jan. 20, at The Blind Pig Next Level, at 11 Mechanic St. in Gardiner. Those who attend will hear jokes about life in Maine, the meaning of life, and everything in between. Each […]
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A month after devastating flood, Gardiner businesses struggle to reopen
While flood waters receded nearly a month ago, some Gardiner businesses are still clearing out damaged equipment and supplies and considering their options.
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Gardiner gives raises to police officers amid staffing crunch
A new contract, which goes into effect on July 1, will give police officers an average pay increase of 16%.
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Richmond man arrested after allegedly setting fire to family member’s home
The blaze allegedly set by Robert Jolly, 40, destroyed a house on Arnie Drive and killed a cat. Two people who lived at the home, and their dogs, escaped without injury.
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Fire damages second floor of Gardiner home
While the fire was knocked down in less than an hour, the home on Fountain Street suffered fire and smoke damage.
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Area Scouts participate in wreath-laying ceremonies
Connor Riddle of Troop 672 lives in Randolph. Before placing the wreath, Connor read the name of the veteran and gave the Scout salute as a show of appreciation and respect and then placed the wreath on his grave. Submitted photoAUGUSTA — Across the area, Scouts took part in wreath-laying ceremonies Dec. 16 as part […]
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A1 Diner feels the love from the community on the holiday weekend
A1 Diner hosted a Christmas Eve Brunch to get back on their feet after this week’s storm that knocked their power out from Monday until Friday.
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Officials rush to document flooding along Kennebec River in central Maine as outages, fallout persists
U.S. Geological Survey crews are in a rush against time, and the elements, to document as precisely as possible how high floodwaters got in the recent flooding, to provide data for a number of future planning purposes.
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Gas stations in central Maine see surge in demand for fuel, pizza
With most of central Maine without power, most are turning to convenience stores for basic necessities. Some are even showering there.
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Two drivers trapped in floodwaters rescued on Gardiner-Richmond line
Firefighters rescued two motorists trapped in their cars by Kennebec River floodwaters on Route 24, one from a car that was floating.