CANTON, N.Y. — St. Lawrence University has named four local students to its 2021 fall semester dean’s list. They include Meghan Charles of Farmington, a member of the class of 2022 majoring in psychology and environmental studies, who attended Mount Blue High School in Farmington. Eryn Kaloustian of Hallowell, a member of the class of […]
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Posted inBusiness, Kennebec Journal, Maine
Next chapter coming for Scrummy Afters in Hallowell following sale announcement
Days after a Facebook post announcing the popular Hallowell candy shop is for sale, co-owner Kim Davis says she is surprised by the level of interest — from as far as Florida.
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Posted inKennebec Journal, Maine
Morning fire destroys garage, two vehicles in Augusta
Official: City Fire Department investigating cause of fire, although there is no indication of foul play.
Posted inCommunity
Massachusetts university names local dean’s list students
NEWTON, Mass. — Local students at Lasell University have been recognized for their academic performance in the 2021 fall semester. They include Rebecca Beringer of Waterville, Mya Maxim of South China, Brittany Nadeau of Monmouth, Emma Vierling of Monmouth, Kaylee Arvayo-Bickford of Hallowell, Cameron Goodwin of Winslow, Denali Norris of Winslow, Grace Redwine of Freedom, Alexis Grant of Athens and Sydney Veilleux […]
Posted inKennebec Journal, Maine
Hallowell sets public hearing for next month on TIF renewal for Camden National Bank Ice Vault
If approved, the TIF and credit enhancement agreement for the facility at 203 Whitten Road would be renewed for another 10 years.
Posted inKennebec Journal, Maine
Hallowell council votes to keep historic fire station building for future city uses
Officials voted to keep the building under city ownership, to let the food pantry stay, to move the police department into the building and to explore other possible uses.
Posted inKennebec Journal, Maine
Arctic temperatures raise risk of ice dams on Kennebec River
With the coldest temperatures in nearly four years settling in across central Maine this week, ice is expected to form quickly on lakes and rivers.
Posted inCommunity, Kennebec Journal, Morning Sentinel
Tax help program to be available to qualifying individuals
The AARP Tax-Aide program provides free federal and state income tax preparation and electronic filing to low- and moderate-income individuals. Returns are prepared by IRS-certified volunteers. The program is funded by the AARP Foundation, a tax-exempt charitable organization, and the IRS. Counselors plan to help individuals navigate the many changes on the 2021 federal and […]
Posted inKennebec Journal, Maine, Schools and Education
Hallowell-area school district, after much debate, sticks with following CDC masking guidelines
The board was divided over the issue, but ultimately, went through with sticking to the CDC guidelines.
Posted inKennebec Journal, Local Government, Maine
Central Maine government officials consider renewing pandemic precautions as omicron variant surges
As the COVID-19 pandemic continues in Maine, local governments have taken different tacks in how they conduct public meetings and carry on municipal business.