The Skowhegan Select Board debated mask use Tuesday night amid changing guidelines during the pandemic.
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At Waterville area municipal offices, differing rules on mask-wearing as officials digest latest pandemic guidance
Some town offices have immediately removed requirements for mask-wearing inside, while others are keeping mask rules in place for now as COVID-19 vaccinations continue.
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Skowhegan voters to decide on 8% proposed increase to municipal budget
Increase due in part to the addition of five new positions, an increase in payment to the town’s debt retirement and additions to the capital reserve fund.
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River rec area, brewery among Somerset County recipients for $410,000 in grants
Several projects throughout the county are expected to benefit from the funding awards, including Skowhegan’s Run of River project and Bigelow Brewing’s expansion into downtown.
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Waterville-area high schools plan unique commencements with pandemic precautions
Some schools are devising unique ceremonies given the ongoing coronavirus pandemic.
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Police locate missing Skowhegan woman
It was reported Tuesday morning that Nancy Dickson was found safe.
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Goodale arraignment delayed in 1987 Janet Brochu murder case
Officials said Monday the indictment against Gerald Goodale was ready seven months ago, but the grand jury did not take it up until recently because of judicial delays caused by the pandemic.
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MSAD 54 hosts two public hearings to discuss budget, new Skowhegan school
Two separate meetings were held this week for community members to learn more about the proposed $39.4 million budget and the North Elementary School project.
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Skowhegan-based school district looks to return to classrooms in fall
Superintendent in Maine School Administrative District 54 says lack of certainty with state COVID-19 guidelines makes planning difficult.
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Public can weigh in on new Skowhegan school project at Monday meeting
School officials hope to break ground on the new project by the end of 2023, with the goal of having students in the building at the beginning of the 2025-2026 school year.