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 8, 2020

COVID recovery grants available for Skowhegan businesses

Recent donations to the technical assistance grant program will make funding available to businesses in Skowhegan that need immediate financial assistance as a result of COVID-19 related closures or reduced income.
Published
May 7, 2020

MSAD 54 hires Messalonskee principal as assistant superintendent

Mark Hatch, principal of Messalonskee Middle School, will fill the post now held by Jon Moody, who will become the district’s superintendent upon Brent Colbry’s retirement, scheduled for June 30.
Published
May 6, 2020

Redington-Fairview hospital rehab unit reopens after ‘small cluster’ of COVID-19 cases

The human resources director confirmed on Wednesday that the unit has reopened and all staff members that were positive for coronavirus have recovered.
Published
May 5, 2020

Skowhegan community rallies to support nurses during Nurses Week

Maine Fire Equipment Co. owner Todd Smith said local businesses contributed more than $2,000 in raffle items to show their appreciation for health care providers.
Published
May 5, 2020

Cause of fire in Sidney that leveled goat coop undetermined

Jen Smith, who owns the property, said that after an investigation done by game wardens, the cause of the blaze on West River Road is not known.
Published
May 4, 2020

Carrabec schools’ priorities begin with nutrition, then relations, finally learning

The distance learning plan for RSU 74 students and their families in Anson, Embden, New Portland, North Anson and Solon consists of three pillars: food, relational continuity and education.
Published
May 1, 2020

Skowhegan Area High School teachers struggle with remote learning

As remote learning continues after April vacation, three teachers share their views of the challenges they have faced keeping in touch with their students, educating them, while maintaining their own individual lives.
Published
April 30, 2020

Central Maine police weigh order requiring face coverings in public

Police throughout the region have discussed treating the matter on a case-by-case basis, with plenty of common sense and an eye toward education.
Published
April 30, 2020

Skowhegan Drive-In Theatre owner deciding whether to reopen this season due to pandemic

Owner Don Brown of Delaware: There are several issues to consider in deciding whether to reopen movie theater this season.
Published
April 27, 2020

Central Maine municipalities still functioning as city, town offices remain closed to public

Employees in Waterville, Fairfield, Winslow and Skowhegan are finding tasks may take longer to accomplish, but they are getting things done while maintaining the safety recommendations.