Gardiner-based SAD 11 approves $33.5 million budget; taxes up 6.2%
Residents in Gardiner, West Gardiner, Pittston and Randolph will vote on whether to validate the budget in June.
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Sertex opens Sidney office to build ‘middle-mile’ broadband in Maine
The company was chosen in 2025 to design and build the majority of the MOOSE Network project that will improve internet access in more than 100 communities.
Federal judge weighs order to allow activist free speech at Augusta school board meetings
A lawyer for Nicholas Blanchard, who sued the Augusta Board of Education, said in federal court Friday the board’s enforcement of its public comment policy violates the conservative activist’s constitutional right to free speech.
Proposed Gardiner city budget up 4%
The spending plan would add a police officer position, but not 2 requested firefighter/paramedics.
Manchester fire chief ousted after 15 months over direction of agency
Stephen Caswell also resigned his position as Richmond’s part-time fire chief Feb. 19.
Two Maine Guys expands with Augusta restaurant after food truck fame
The eatery offers a full-service dining experience, a full bar and live music 3-4 nights a week.
5 takeaways on Augusta’s $97M budget proposal
If approved as-is, the budget could increase property tax levies by about 20%.
Students walk out, protesting Gardiner Area High School staff cuts
Students urge officials, residents to support education funding.
Fire destroys Manchester paving company’s metal building
No one was injured in the accidetnal blaze, which began Monday shortly before 7 p.m.
Winthrop crew rescues man, dog who fell through Upper Narrows Pond ice
A quick response and recent ice rescue training helped the emergency response, Winthrop fire Chief Dan Brooks said.
Former Readfield-area superintendent hired as Winthrop Middle School principal
Jay Charette faced public backlash in his previous position after choosing not to renew a waiver that allowed a popular middle school principal to work in that role while obtaining credentials.
Birds nesting in harm’s way, or in your way? Here’s some tips.
It’s illegal to move a wild bird nest with eggs in it, even on your property, so experts advise prevention and patience.
Augusta to get 25 units of supportive housing for chronically homeless people
The City Council approved a financing agreement with the developer of the Riverlands affordable housing development, making possible the construction of 25 units of long-term housing for people experiencing chronic homelessness.
Bill to merge Capitol, state police fails in Maine House
Michael Sauschuck, the Department of Public Safety’s commissioner, had proposed for the Maine State Police to consume the Capitol Police by attrition.
$9.1M Monmouth budget proposal approved
Voters to decide town spending in June, including whether to fund the ongoing restoration of the 1856 Monmouth Academy building.
1 person dies, 1 hospitalized after house fire in Readfield
Investigators from the state fire marshal’s office are working to determine the cause of a fire in a home on Plains Road on Friday night.
Augusta council advances homeless shelter licensing, but pause remains in place
City Council members implemented a moratorium in December amid a proposal to build a low-barrier homeless shelter on Chestnut Street.
Longtime Kennebec Journal photojournalist Andy Molloy dies at 57
Molloy, a fill-the-room personality with connections in every Maine corner, worked for the KJ for 3 decades, framing fires, elections and everything in between.
Winthrop spending, revenues, up in $9.9M town budget proposal
Town officials still have to decide how much money Winthrop should set aside for major capital improvement projects, including a looming $2M fire truck purchase.
Work gets underway to move historic Augusta building
Richard Parkhurst plans to move a 6,200-square-foot, 3-story historic house across Memorial Circle and onto a new lot to make way for a new Kennebec Savings Bank office building.
Sidney voters choose Select Board members, RSU 18 representative
Board chair John Whitcomb was reelected alongside first-time write-in candidate Daniel Morrissette.
3 takeaways on the proposed Kennebec County budget
Spending is up by about 8%, driven partly by a proposal to add 2 new deputies to the Kennebec County Sheriff’s Office.
Unsafe bridge on Route 126 closed in Whitefield, to be replaced
Kelley Brook Bridge deemed unsafe after roadway pavement collapses.
Former Kennebec County EMA director’s trial moved to new county
A judge granted a request by Arthur True’s attorney to move his trial out of Kennebec County. True is accused of downloading nude photos of a co‑worker.
Amazon plans 3.6-acre distribution hub on Waterville, Sidney field
The developer plans to hold a public informational meeting at 6 p.m. Tuesday in the Waterville City Council’s chambers.
