Officials say the baby has been at least partially blinded and is severely brain damaged after Camren L. Breton allegedly shook him.
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Posted inKennebec Journal, Maine, Morning Sentinel
Halloween celebrations returning across central Maine, though many with pandemic precautions
Organizations across the region are gearing up to offer spooky fun and chocolate for Halloween celebrations, even as they are mindful of the specter of COVID-19 that continues to haunt the state.
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Posted inCommunity, Kennebec Journal
Sexual Assault Crisis & Support Center to offer volunteer advocate training
WINTHROP — The Sexual Assault Crisis & Support Center plans to offer a virtual free sexual assault advocate training on Tuesday, Oct. 26. The center operates the 24-hour, confidential, free sexual assault crisis and support line at 1-800-871-7741 for Kennebec and Somerset counties. The center seeks volunteers to help make a difference in the lives […]
Posted inBusiness, Kennebec Journal, Maine
Lilac on the River becomes downtown Augusta’s latest pop-up shop
Owner Kim Phinney says she planned the venture as a way to open a bakery and offer food to downtown workers and residents.
Posted inKennebec Journal, Maine, Morning Sentinel
Shifting lines: Redistricting in Kennebec County splits its towns again
While all other counties are left intact when determining the boundaries of congressional districts, Kennebec County has been the only county in recent decades to be split when redrawing districts.
Posted inKennebec Journal, Maine, Schools and Education
Winthrop schools mandate COVID-19 vaccine for substitute teachers, volunteers
Winthrop Public Schools are looking ahead and discussing what a federal mandate might mean for full-time staff.
Posted inKennebec Journal, Maine
Winthrop and surrounding towns to discuss best ways to eradicate invasive water plant
Eurasian watermilfoil was discovered in Cobbossee Lake in 2018, and continues to spread throughout the lake.
Posted inKennebec Journal, Maine
Winthrop officials reach consensus on marijuana business fees
The town council did not take any formal action, but plans to vote on a marijuana ordinance in November.
Posted inKennebec Journal, Maine
Winthrop officials discuss possible uses for $600,000 in American Rescue Plan funds
The American Rescue Plan Act requires that all towns obligate this money no later than Dec. 31, 2024, and that it is spent by Dec. 31, 2026.
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Historical society to host tour of Winthrop cemetery
Bailey Public Library Adult Services Librarian Nick Perry and Youth Services Librarian Stacy Tomassone plan a journey into the past, hosted by Winthrop Maine Historical Society, at noon Saturday, Oct. 9. Attendees can learn about the first settlers who came to Winthrop, a Revolutionary War hero and a Civil War Congressional Medal of Honor recipient, […]