Poor construction work directed by Road Commissioner Sam Snow and low-quality materials caused premature breakage on Jewett Road that could cost millions to fix, engineers said.
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More than 2,200 athletes to compete in Ironman half-triathlon as race returns to Augusta area
The event was a boon to the local economy last year, bringing $2.6 million to central Maine hotels, restaurants and other businesses.
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Randolph voters pass $2.8 million budget, honor longtime employee
Around 30 residents attended the annual Town Meeting on Wednesday night.
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Western New England University recognizes local graduates
SPRINGFIELD, Mass. — Two local students graduated May 20 from Western New England University during its undergraduate commencement ceremony. Aiyana Brooke McNeill of Pittston graduated with a Bachelor of Science degree in biomedical engineering. Timothy Arthur Doyle of West Gardiner graduated magna cum laude with a Bachelor of Science degree in mechanical engineering. He also […]
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Pittston Fair to kick off July 13
The Pittston Fair is set for Thursday through Sunday, July 13-16, at the Pittston Fairgrounds on Mast Road. Gates open at 8 a.m. each day. Midway opens at 4 p.m. Thursday and Friday, and at noon Saturday and Sunday. The event will feature vendors, rides, horse and ox pulling, children’s activities, educational demonstrations and exhibits. […]
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Tween’s obsession with Spider-Man actor takes center stage in new comedy by central Maine playwright
‘I’m Going to Marry You Tobey Maguire,’ written by Samantha Hurley, will debut off-Broadway on July 8 at The Cell Theater in New York City.
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Local students make University of Rhode Island dean’s list
KINGSTON, R.I. — The University of Rhode Island has named 11 local students to its 2023 spring dean’s list. They include Abby Richardson of Bowdoin, Emily Drappeau of Dresden, Kaila Godbey of Jay, Eljas Bergdahl and Emily Terranova, both of Manchester, Paige Rice of Mount Vernon and Oliver Blanchard of Pittston. Also, Anna Erb and […]
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Voters pass Gardiner-area school district’s $30 million budget
The budget passed in MSAD 11’s four municipalities, with 281 in favor and 89 against the spending plan.
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Roundup: Central Maine school budget validation results by town
A roundup of unofficial results from Tuesday’s school budget validation referenda in greater Augusta and Waterville.
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Capital Area Technical Center students receive scholarships
Three Capital Area Technical Center students have awarded scholarships from The Granite Group TGG Cares committee. All three will graduate from Gardiner Area High School. Alexzander Hembree of Pittston he completed the Machine Tool program last year. This year he decided to take the Plumbing & Heating program. Hembree enjoys 3-D printing, swims competitively, and […]