The exhibit “Painting an Inclusive History: Maine Women in Politics” by Jerri Whitman is on display at the Margaret Chase Smith Library at 56 Norridgewock Ave. in Skowhegan. All photos by Rich Abrahamson/Morning Sentinel.
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Skowhegan’s Spinning Mill redevelopment back on track
The project’s developer said he expects a portion of the building in downtown Skowhegan to open later this year, after it sustained major flooding damage in December.
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Skowhegan man, already in prison, sentenced for downtown police chase
Raymond Ellis, 35, is to serve an eight-year prison sentence concurrent to another, longer prison sentence for the January robbery of a Madison convenience store, according to officials.
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West Nile virus found in crows in Skowhegan, 2 other communities
At least 10 animals have been reported with the disease in Maine so far this year – more than twice as many as reported last year.
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School supply, clothing drive set for Skowhegan
SKOWHEGAN — A free clothing drive is set for 1-3 p.m. Sunday, Aug. 25, at The SPACE on the River, 181 Water St. Donations of school supplies, new or lightly used clothing, shoes and accessories will be accepted. Undergarments should still be packaged. For more information contact Kim Leo at 207-612-1129 or [email protected]. Check out other […]
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Sweet victory: Pie-eating contest highlights Skowhegan State Fair’s final day
A new pie-eating champion was crowned as the 206th annual fair concluded with a series of youth-focused events Saturday that also include a pig scramble.
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Going to the fair? Here’s some sage advice from a pig scramble champ.
Photojournalist Anna Chadwick sat down with her mother, Laurel Chadwick, recently to reminisce about her time as a pig scramble champ at the Pittston Fair.
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Photos: No standing still at Skowhegan State Fair
All photos by Rich Abrahamson/Morning Sentinel
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Skowhegan seeks bids to build baseball field
After months of discussions to get the long-planned athletic complex closer to construction, town officials expect to know soon how much it will cost to build the facility.
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Skowhegan selectmen continue withholding final payment to firm that built public safety building
Some officials at a meeting Tuesday said they worried that withholding payment could lead to legal problems for the town, and make other contractors less likely to bid on municipal projects in Skowhegan.