Friends of Merrymeeting Bay plans to host ornithologist Will Broussard to lead a bird walk from 7-9 a.m. Saturday, July 6, in Dresden. Merrymeeting Bay is internationally recognized for its unique tidal freshwater ecosystem. This environment attracts a diversity of birds drawn to its special qualities and the Bay is recognized by The American Bird […]
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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.
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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.
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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.
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Photos: Pupils do some planting in Richmond
Marcia Buker Elementary School students participated in pollinator activities Thursday. All photos by Anna Chadwick/Morning Sentinel.
Posted inKennebec Journal, Life & Culture, Local & State, News
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.
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Richmond Middle/High School names top 10 seniors for class of ’24
Richmond Middle/High School’s top 10 seniors for the class of 2024 are listed by rank. Valedictorian Alexa Kelsey is the daughter of Ben and Erica Kelsey. She plans to attend the University of Maine at Orono in the fall to major in biology in the Earth, Life and Science Program. Salutatorian Isaac Soule is the […]
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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.
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Richmond school sets date for kindergarten registration
RICHMOND — Marcia Buker School is set to hold kindergarten registration for the 2024-25 school year on Monday, June 10, at the school at 28 High St. Children must be 5 years of age by Oct. 15 and be a resident of Richmond. Children will be screened in the areas of health, language, motor skills, […]
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Richmond school to hold preschool registration
RICHMOND — Marcia Buker School is set to hold preschool registration for the 2024-25 school year Wednesday through Friday, June 5-7, at the 28 High St. school. A child must be 4 years of age by Oct. 15, 2024, and be a resident of Richmond. Children will be screened in the areas of health, language, […]