Hallowell officials appoint Board of Health, extend emergency declaration

City Director of Municipal Emergency Management Jim Owens is under self-isolation after flying on March 14, but continues to work normal hours.

Personal protective equipment a concern for some central Maine emergency medical services

While bigger departments may have equipment to handle calls safely for some time during the coronavirus pandemic, smaller ones could run out of protective gear — and personnel.

Monmouth, Hallowell officers in isolation as call volumes decrease for central Maine police departments

Hallowell and Monmouth police departments each have an officer in isolation, and central Maine departments are seeing fewer calls due to the coronavirus.

Sacred Heart Church Ladies Guild ticket auction canceled

Central Maine municipalities implement emergency plans

Augusta, Gardiner, Hallowell and Winthrop have all declared states of emergency that allow the municipalities to take quick action to deal with the impact of the coronavirus pandemic on their communities.

Central Maine restaurant owners must decide whether to keep serving

As municipalities explore closing all restaurants, some are choosing to offer takeout orders behind closed doors instead of waiting for a directive.

Central Maine cities, towns react to widespread closures, restrictions due to coronavirus

A day after widespread school closures were announced, city and town officials are taking steps to halt the spread of the highly-contagious coronavirus.

Augusta, Waterville area bridge results

Gamers play in Waterville, Hallowell, Fairfield and Augusta.

The Harlow seeks artwork for Art2020 juried show

Deadline for submissions is April 1.

Richmond police Chief Scott MacMaster leaving post

The Richmond Board of Selectmen voted Monday to accept the resignation of Scott MacMaster, who has been police chief in Richmond for a decade. Sgt. James Donnell will serve as acting police chief after MacMaster leaves.