Shawn Stetson indicted by Kennebec County grand jury.
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Inside a Vassalboro woman’s crusade for public access
Through most of the pandemic, Vassalboro did not record or livestream its public meetings, leaving many residents in the dark about municipal business, so Laura Jones decided to change that.
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Vassalboro sanitary board to raise rates, redraft charter as nearly 25% of customers are behind on bills
Because the Vassalboro Sanitary District is a private entity, there aren’t any laws restricting how much it can raise its rates and no one can prevent the increases except its board of trustees.
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Vassalboro library seeks actors for October play
The Vassalboro Public Library plans to put on a play as part of a library fundraiser Oct. 19 and 20. Opportunities to join the cast of the production are open to people of all ages. Anyone interested in participation, either in the cast or in supportive roles, is urged to attend a meeting at 9:30 […]
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Birding walk at Davidson Nature Preserve set for Vassalboro
VASSALBORO — People can join local birders from the Augusta Birding Club and Kennebec Land Trust volunteers at 7 a.m. Saturday, May 25, for a spring birding walk at the Davidson Nature Preserve, 207 Taber Hill Road. The 97-acre Davidson Nature Preserve features 10 acres of blueberry fields as well as wetlands and woodlands. Over […]
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Cony High School recognizes top 10 seniors for class of ’24
Samuel Goldey has been named valedictorian, and Eben Buck salutatorian.
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Watch: Fire damages warehouse at Kennebec River Development Park in Winslow
The steel-sided warehouse is part of a former paper mill once owned by Scott Paper Co. and then Kimberly-Clark Corp. The former mill is now a warehouse for Marden’s Surplus & Salvage.
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Winslow High School names top 10 seniors for class of ’24
Winslow High School has announced its top 10 seniors for the Class of 2024, listed in alphabetical order. Bianca Akoa is the daughter of Megan McKeen of Vassalboro. She has been a member of the drama club for all four years and is president of the Winslow chapter of the International Thespian Society. She received […]
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Waterville Elks Riders to host Spring Blessing of the Bikes on Saturday in Vassalboro
The event, which raises money for local charities, includes a free meal (donations accepted) and an open house for viewing antique vehicles, in addition to the blessing of motorcycles and Jeeps, performed by an ordained chaplain.
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Local Scouts celebrate Earth Day with cleanups
Earth Day has a special place in Scouting’s culture. Cubs and Scouts know that responsible stewardship of the planet is key to being a good Scout. Since Boy Scouts of America’s early beginnings, Scouts have been caring for the planet. The organization’s “Leave No Trace” principles demonstrate how Scouts show respect for the outdoors. On […]