Truck carrying potatoes rolls over on Maine Turnpike in Litchfield, causing closures

Passing lanes were closed for crash cleanup at mile 94 on the turnpike, officials said.

Police: Tractor-trailer carrying wine hits state truck, tips over on Maine Turnpike in Litchfield

One state worker, Michael Robinson, 43, of Litchfield was hit in the leg by flying debris. He was treated at a hospital for an injury officials said was not serious.

Maine DOT shifts to virtual, on-demand meetings

The format, which has allowed the process of public information and feedback to continue while in-person meetings have been curtailed, is expected to continue as restrictions are lifted and more in-person meetings are permitted.

Central Maine restaurateurs work through uncertainty

Eleven months after the global coronavirus pandemic was declared, three restaurant owners talk about pushing past profound challenges to start or sustain their new businesses.

Bob Jones University dean’s list

Students recognized include Hunter Farrell, Zachary Greeley, Jacob Hilton and John Smith.

Litchfield Conservation Commission to host outdoor events Dec. 13 and Jan. 1

As season turns stormy, central Maine officials consider public shelter options

Local emergency managers are making plans to provide shelter for residents this winter if needed as COVID-19 continues to sicken people across the state.

Outbreaks reported at Gray Birch Long Term Care in Augusta, Doolin’s Pub in Litchfield

MaineGeneral CEO Chuck Hayes said 250 tests have been performed on staff members and residents at Gray Birch, and visitation is now "virtual only."

Search continues for three sought in central Maine car chase

Two schools in Litchfield were briefly put into lockout mode Thursday in an "abundance of caution," as police continue their search for three people allegedly connected to a gunfire incident in Skowhegan.

Weissenfels hitting stride as acting town manager in Litchfield

Deputy Town Manager Kelly Weissenfels was appointed acting town manager in late June after longtime Town Manager Trudy Lamoreau became ill.