The crash reduces the Hallowell Police Department’s fleet of cruisers from three to two after the vehicle driven by Sgt. Christopher Giles was apparently struck from behind by a teenage driver.
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Catholic parishes collect new toys, clothes for children, teens
Because of the generosity of parishioners in Auburn, Bridgton, Fryeburg, Gardiner, Kennebunk, Hallowell, Millinocket and East Millinocket, Waterville, Wells and Winslow, hundreds of Maine children and teens had a happier Christmas. The Jolly Gifts program collected more than 1,000 new toys and clothing items as well as many gift cards, according to a news release […]
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Local students make Lasell University dean’s list
NEWTON, Mass. — Two local students have been named to the 2022 fall semester dean’s list for their academic performance at Lasell University. They are Kaylee Arvayo-Bickford of Hallowell and Cameron Goodwin of Winslow. To be named to the dean’s list, Lasell students must complete at least 12 credits as a full-time student and achieve […]
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Hallowell society to host talk on Virginia vessel, Popham colonists Jan. 19
Members of the Maine’s First Ship group have spent more than 20 years researching the first ocean-going vessel built by Europeans in North America. Last summer plans became reality when, after years in construction, a replica of the Virginia of Sagadahoc was launched in Bath, according to a news release from Bob McIntire, Row House […]
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Hallowell-area school district has not been compensating some employees correctly
Rick Amero, the interim superintendent in Regional School Unit 2, says widespread issues with the district’s payroll and employee benefits can be traced back to at least July 2021.
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Christmas tree bonfire benefits Hallowell firefighters
Organizers estimate about $200 was raised for the Hallowell Firefighters Association.
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Storms damage panels protecting stained-glass windows at Hallowell library
Hubbard Free Library Board of Trustees President Ken Young said that while insurance will cover most of the estimated $10,000 in repairs, the library must pay $2,000 in deductibles.
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Adult education director pitches to Winthrop board possibility of combining regional programs
Josh Farr prompted the Winthrop School Board on Wednesday to discuss combining Gardiner, Winthrop and Regional School Unit 2 to create a regional adult education program.
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Bridge clubs name recent winners
Elm City Bridge Club The Elm City Bridge Club resumed games Jan. 3 after a Christmas break. Ed and Joyce Rushton finished first, followed by Sylvia Palmer and Linda Atkinson. Third place was a tie between Su Morrison and Maryannne Trafton and Rona Backstrom and Jessie Gunther. Games are played Tuesdays starting at 12:30 p.m. […]
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Finding land for new public works facility, renovating historic fire station among top 2023 goals for Hallowell officials
Mayor George Lapointe and City Manager Gary Lamb shared their desire to advance the two voter-backed projects at the city’s first council meeting of 2023 on Tuesday.