Here are some of our favorite Kennebec Journal and Morning Sentinel photos from Jan. 2-9, 2026.
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Pittsfield drug bust results in large drug seizure, sheriff says
Three people are facing drug trafficking charges as a result of the search warrant executed Wednesday.
Tractor-trailer crash on I-95 in Clinton closes lane
The truck’s driver suffered injuries not considered life threatening, state police said.
Pittsfield woman injured in crash with tractor-trailer
Police are investigating the crash, which closed a section of Main Street for several hours.
Maine DOT proposes changes for dangerous Madison intersection
DOT staff will present to the public Monday their proposal for an all-way stop at the intersection of Route 148, Ward Hill Road and Old County Road.
Waterville mobile home park lot rent stabilization ordinance earns early nod
The City Council must take a second, final vote on the proposal, which is intended to help regulate lot rental costs sought by park owners.
Norridgewock home damaged in fire caused by wood stove
Firefighters were able to respond quickly because they had just held their monthly meeting, which the town’s fire chief said prevented more extensive damage.
Waterville search yields 16 pounds of meth, 1 arrest
The street value of the illegal drugs, seized after a search of several sites, has an estimated street value of more than $100,000.
Concerts, expos, auditions set for Augusta, Waterville, Skowhegan, Camden
Waterville Opera House will stage EagleMainia and The Pihcintu Multicultural Chorus performances, Northeast Motorsports Expo and Trade Show and Maine Agricultural Trades Show are scheduled back-to-back in Augusta, and auditions for ‘The Crucible’ are set for Skowhegan.
Madison residents get last chance to comment on addiction clinic plans
Two public hearings are set this month on Acadia Healthcare’s application to open a clinic under the town’s new ordinance.