Ornithologist to lead bird walk in Dresden July 6

Beating the extreme heat: Central Mainers search for swimming holes, pools and cooling centers

As the heat wave continues to build and steam, people in central Maine were taking measures to cool off wherever they could.

Here’s a round-up of local election results from around central Maine communities

These unofficial municipal election and school district budget validation results were reported from around central Maine.

Richmond residents approve $8.2 million school budget, $2.9 million town budget

Precise amounts were not immediately available, but minor adjustments were made at the annual town meeting that slightly lowered the $2.9 million proposed municipal budget.

Photos: Pupils do some planting in Richmond

Marcia Buker Elementary School students participated in pollinator activities Thursday. All photos by Anna Chadwick/Morning Sentinel.

Richmond rounds up bikes and volunteers for annual Bike Rodeo

The annual event, put on by the Richmond Police Department, ensures that local children learn how to safely ride their bikes and that they get a tune up for safe operation.

Richmond Middle/High School names top 10 seniors for class of ’24

Richmond to peruse next steps in obtaining COVID fund reimbursement from Hallowell-area school district

The Richmond School Department believes that it is owed nearly $800,000 in COVID-era funds from its former district, Regional School Unit 2.

Richmond school sets date for kindergarten registration

Central Maine arrest log: May 10-17, 2024

Augusta- and Waterville-area arrests for May 10-17, 2024.