40 miles for 40 acres: Maryland minister walks from Brunswick to Augusta for reparations
Maine is the 9th state in Rev. Dr. Robert Turner’s nationwide initiative seeking reparations for the descendants of enslaved Africans.
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UMaine, Thomas College announce scholarships for Alfond Grant recipients
The Alfond Grant Program has awarded a $500 grant to every child born in Maine since 2013 and now, those recipients are eligible for new scholarships from 2 Maine institutions.
Kennebec County Jail correctional officer indicted on sexual assault charges
Investigators say Nicholas Fellows had sexual contact with an inmate under his supervision earlier this year.
The best places to enjoy foliage in central Maine
The best ways to see the fall colors.
Former Maine Capitol Police chief agrees to deal over Hallowell bar scuffle
Matthew Clancy will pay a $300 fine and avoid additional punishment if he engages in treatment, refrains from possessing alcohol and otherwise stays out of trouble for 9 months.
Maine employers say they need workers, so why is it hard to find a good job?
In a survey by the Siena Research Institute, Mainers had mixed feelings about the job market and the business climate.
Central Maine woman gathered hundreds to stand in support during Lindsay Clancy trial
Renee Kimball said the crowd was standing for Clancy, her children and increased mental health support, specifically for mothers.
Augusta’s First Amendment Museum reopens after 2 years
The museum received a $250,000 grant to fund the new exhibits and renovations.
Meet the 2026 Varsity Maine All-State baseball team
Several first basemen are included among the state’s top players.
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Gardiner field hockey ends Belfast’s 40-game winning streak
Anna Griffiths’ 4th-quarter goal lifts the Tigers over the two-time defending Class B champion.
Another change at top of Varsity Maine volleyball poll
Thornton Academy moves into the top spot after triumph over last week’s No. 1.
Cape Elizabeth moves up in Varsity Maine girls soccer poll
The Capers are now tied for third with Windham, trailing only Camden Hills and Scarborough.
Meet Varsity Maine’s 10 unsung heroes of September
We look at five boys and five girls whose on-field impacts went beyond the stat sheet in the fall season’s opening month.
6 things to do in central Maine this week
Two tribute bands in Waterville; giant pumpkins in Damariscotta; classic literature on stage in Skowhegan; local craft beer, brats and more in Gardiner; and Fall Maple Fest events to be held statewide.
6 central Maine things to do this week include a fair, crafts, music and a celebration of garlic
Five For Fighting plans Gardiner concert, Natalie MacMaster and Donnell Leahy and Floydian Trip shows set for Waterville Opera House, Lake George readies for annual Garlic Festival, and the Fryeburg Fair opens Sunday.
14 Maine events to get the most out of fall
Highlights include the Hurricane Meadows Fall Festival in Falmouth and the Swine & Stein Brewfest in Gardiner.
6 things to do this week in central Maine
Lorrie Morgan and The Billy Joel Legacy are in Waterville, Gardiner’s Johnson Hall to host Palaver Strings, Myrtle Street Klezmer will perform in Bath, Unity readies for the Common Ground Fair, and a #STRONGgirls Camp heads to Colby College.
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