Local parishes are in Skowhegan, Farmington, Augusta, Jay during COVID-19 outbreak.
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Skowhegan Farmers’ Market opens outside early
The market is open every Saturday through April.
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Norridgewock woman charged with OUI after vehicle goes off-road into Kennebec River
The woman, who was found sitting on the roof of her SUV, was escorted to land by Skowhegan firefighters and taken to the hospital for evaluation.
Posted inLocal & State, Morning Sentinel
Lake George park closes, Waterville walkways, trails to remain open
Daryl White, executive director for the Lake George Regional Park, said the board decided to close the park as a responsible way to curb the spread of the coronavirus, while Waterville’s Rec Department head Matt Skehan cited the mental health benefits of keeping the city’s walkways open.
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Skowhegan police investigate catalytic converter thefts
Chief Chief David Bucknam asks businesses to check their company vehicles often and to park their automobiles in well-lighted areas.
Posted inEditorials, Opinion
Our View: Don’t try to escape COVID by coming to rural Maine
The safest strategy is to stay home, and practice social distancing.
Posted inBusiness, Local & State, Morning Sentinel, Times Record
New Balance to start producing face masks to help prevent spread of coronavirus
A representative for the company said that while information about production at central Maine locations is not yet available, the goal is to have all New England factories producing personal protective equipment once a prototype is made.
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Outdoor opportunities offered in Skowhegan
Skowhegan AmeriCorps Outdoor Recreation is offering select outdoor programs.
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Skowhegan schools to provide weekend meals to 4,500 students
Skowhegan, Canaan and Norridgewock food programs are supplementing the efforts of MSAD 54, and Waterville Public Schools announced an expansion of its program next week.
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Food backpack program to distribute food March 28
Skowhegan students can receive the food at the Skowhegan Area High School.