Richmond High School reports positive COVID-19 case

The high school will be fully remote until Jan. 19, but the middle school will continue its hybrid schedule as planned.

Koleman Kroesser raises funds for food pantry in lieu of birthday gifts

Community solar development approved in Richmond

The project is among the most recent to be approved as renewable energy companies vie to get connected to the power grid in Maine.

Augusta’s Hussey Elementary School reports third positive COVID-19 case in a week

Regional School Unit 2's Marcia Buker Elementary School in Richmond is undergoing contact tracing.

Richmond woman died of acute intoxication, authorities say

Robin Bowler, who with Dana Shulman was found dead in their Richmond apartment in early November, had taken several illegal drugs and one used to treat depression, according to the Office of the Chief Medical Examiner.

Richmond fair one of few this year for crafters, customers

Several craft shows, popular with holiday shoppers looking for unique items, have been canceled this year due to the COVID-19 pandemic.

After six-month wait, Richmond moving to next step of RSU 2 withdrawal process

If Regional School Unit 2 approves the revised agreement from the town, the next step in the town's effort to leave the school district would be a review by the Maine Department of Education.

As coronavirus alters typical holiday plans, Richmond-area residents create new Thanksgiving traditions

While some still gathered en masse, many people found different ways to celebrate in smaller ways and even without turkey as the centerpiece of the traditional meal.

Turkey supply meets Thanksgiving demand in central Maine

Despite fears of shortages, turkeys remain available across central Maine in a variety of sizes in a year when smaller gatherings are encouraged.

Richmond officials consider options following rejection of subdivision petitions

The Board of Selectmen is expected to meet with the Planning Board early next year to talk about residential growth in town, including how subdivisions should be regulated.