OAKLAND — Messalonskee High School has announced the following students were named to its first quarter honor roll for the 2023-24 academic year. Grade 12 — High honors with distinction: Payton Alexander, Steven Anthony, Liana Arnold, Paisley Baron, Samantha Barrett, Emelia Bean, Andrew Beckwith, Jazmynn Boston, Bjorn Brickett, Ella Buck, Kaitlyn Burbank, Caleb Collins, Katie Culig […]
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Oakland Town Council quietly appoints new town manager
Town councilors Wednesday did not seek public input, or even indicate they would be voting on a new manager, before promoting Kelly Pinney-Michaud.
Oakland Town Council approves revaluation payment schedule
Councilors approved the payment plan Wednesday for a $340,000 townwide revaluation that’s scheduled for 2026.
Oakland Legion service project benefits homeschool
OAKLAND — Members of the American Legion Decker Simmons Post 51 recently erected a flagpole to raise the American flag for the first time at a local school. The project, which took place on Church Street, benefited Saint Theresa’s Homeschool and the whole community. Members of the American Legion worked closely with Sister Maria Kazimiera, […]
Oakland area Modern Woodmen service project a success
Modern Woodmen of America members in Oakland recently came together to donate emergency blankets. The project, which took place Nov. 1 at Oakland Fire Department, will benefit the Oakland area community whereby these blankets will be utilized by First Responders to comfort those in need after responding to a call for emergency services. “We’re so […]
Roundup: Central Maine municipal election results by town
Unofficial results of the Nov. 7 municipal elections for participating towns in greater Augusta and Waterville. Only contested races are included. Keep checking back for updates Wednesday.
Election Day in central Maine brings light but steady turnout, interest in statewide questions
Voters on Tuesday spoke of mayoral races in Hallowell and Waterville, and contested races elsewhere, but it was state referendum questions that had many talking.
Oakland mother whose 14-month-old son died of drug overdose to serve 4 years in prison
Ashley Malloy, 23, was sentenced Monday on manslaughter and drug trafficking charges in connection with the death of her son, Karson.
Kennebec County public teachers bring outdoor learning to students
Funding is provided by the Maine Environmental Education Association’s Mini-Grants for Outdoor Learning Program.
Three vie for Town Council seat and two for RSU 18 board in Oakland election
Two incumbents and a newcomer are seeking three seats on the town’s Budget & Advisory Committee.