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
May 21, 2021

River rec area, brewery among Somerset County recipients for $410,000 in grants

Several projects throughout the county are expected to benefit from the funding awards, including Skowhegan’s Run of River project and Bigelow Brewing’s expansion into downtown.
Published
May 21, 2021

Somerset County grand jury indicts father, son in Pittsfield high-speed chase

An indictment is not a finding of guilt, but an indication there is enough evidence to move forward with a trial.
Published
May 20, 2021

Waterville-area high schools plan unique commencements with pandemic precautions

Some schools are devising unique ceremonies given the ongoing coronavirus pandemic.
Published
May 17, 2021

Injury reported after head-on crash on Main Street in Clinton

The two-vehicle crash was reported around 9:30 a.m. Monday in the area of Sebasticook Valley Family Health Care.
Published
May 15, 2021

Central Maine schools try to maintain a sense of normalcy with prom

Some “proms” are parent lead this season amid the pandemic, while others are school-sponsored.
Published
May 14, 2021

MSAD 54 hosts two public hearings to discuss budget, new Skowhegan school

Two separate meetings were held this week for community members to learn more about the proposed $39.4 million budget and the North Elementary School project.
Published
May 12, 2021

Man killed in crash along I-95 in Waterville-Sidney area, police say

Maine State Police spokesperson Shannon Moss confirmed that the agency was on scene Wednesday afternoon at the scene of a crash involving a fatality.
Published
May 9, 2021

Skowhegan-based school district looks to return to classrooms in fall

Superintendent in Maine School Administrative District 54 says lack of certainty with state COVID-19 guidelines makes planning difficult.
Published
May 8, 2021

Kennebec Valley Youth Symphony Orchestras perform spring concert to be presented in June

Because of coronavirus safety guidelines, an audience was not allowed, though an edited video of the performance will be shared on Facebook.
Published
May 7, 2021

Public can weigh in on new Skowhegan school project at Monday meeting

School officials hope to break ground on the new project by the end of 2023, with the goal of having students in the building at the beginning of the 2025-2026 school year.