Taylor Abbott

Morning Sentinel

Taylor Abbott is a staff writer for the Morning Sentinel, covering Skowhegan, Norridgewock, Madison and Anson. She previously worked at the Forecaster, where she covered stories for the Northern and Coastal Journal editions. Taylor graduated from the University of Maine in 2019 with a degree in journalism. A Maine native, Taylor enjoys spending time with her family, reading, live music and exploring beaches along the coast of Maine.

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Published
August 23, 2021

Two dozen people vaccinated at COVID-19 clinics at Skowhegan State Fair

Those receiving vaccines reflected “a wide representation of Maine counties” and a broad range of people, the director of the emergency medical services at Redington-Fairview General Hospital said.
Published
August 23, 2021

Solar proposals among items on tap at special Town Meeting in Skowhegan

The meeting is scheduled to begin at 7 p.m. Tuesday in the council room at the Municipal Building, 225 Water St.
Published
August 20, 2021

Madison man who died after car went into river remembered for his commitment to community

Gary Ward, 86, died Thursday after his SUV went into the Kennebec River in Anson.
Published
August 20, 2021

Officials considering 2 new subdivision applications in Norridgewock

The town’s Planning Board is looking at two subdivision applications: one for Bigelow Hill Road, the other for Red Barn Road.
Published
August 19, 2021

Madison man, 86, dies after SUV backs into Kennebec River in Anson, police say

Gary Ward died at the scene, according to the Somerset County Sheriff’s Office.
Published
August 18, 2021

Skowhegan Board of Selectmen race features 2 candidates vying for vacancy

Derek Chretien and Steve Govoni are running for the empty seat for a term that lasts until June 2022.
Published
August 18, 2021

Accidental fire at Clinton home displaces family of 3, chief says

Clinton Fire Chief Travis Leary said a mother and 2 children had to find a different sleeping arrangement Tuesday night after an accidental fire damaged their home.
Published
August 17, 2021

Parents will decide whether children go masked at Madison schools, officials say

The superintendent said that following guidance from the CDC, the recommendation has been made to mask up in schools, but administrators have opted to “take the politics out of it by giving the parents the option.”
Published
August 16, 2021

Skowhegan hospital reports around 10 inoculations during fair’s first clinic

The hospital’s EMS department offered to assist with a vaccine clinic at the Skowhegan State Fair, and a pharmacist reports that around 10 people took advantage of the free clinic during its first session over the weekend.
Published
August 16, 2021

Report of domestic assault in Fairfield sent agencies hunting for man on 4-wheeler, police say

Taylor A. Pelletier, of Fairfield, was charged with domestic violence aggravated assault and domestic violence terrorizing following an incident on Sunday night on Back Road.