Home, outbuildings destroyed in hot, fast-moving fire in Pittston

The cause of the fire that destroyed a home and outbuildings at 11 East Pittston Road on Monday was an unpermitted outdoor burn that got out of control, officials said.

Madison man who drove car involved in fentanyl bust to serve 18 months in prison

Police seized more than a pound of fentanyl after stopping the car in Sidney in March 2021.

Cony Middle and High School, Madison Area High School evacuated due to bomb threats

The Augusta and Madison-area schools are among several in Maine that were alerted to automated calls about bomb threats on campus Tuesday. It's unclear who sent the calls and how many schools were affected.

Legislature votes to approve rural public defender office

It will be the first public defenders unit created in Maine. The five attorneys will travel to areas where there are few lawyers available to defend indigent defendants.

Kennebec County receives more than $47 million in requests for pandemic relief funds

County officials have contracted with a consultant to review, rank and complete risk assessments of grant applications to help determine how Kennebec County's $23.7 million in American Rescue Plan Act funds will be spent.

Whitefield teen named Augusta tech center student of year

Sports card enthusiasts flock to show in Augusta

Central Maine Sports Cards and Collectibles Show attracts many — including youngsters and women — to Elks Lodge.

Kennebec County Budget Committee endorses $17.4 million spending plan

By law, two public hearings must be held on the proposed budget: The first is set for May 10 in Waterville, the second for May 11 in Augusta.

Central Maine business briefs: Waterville chamber hires customer service specialist

People & Places: Mainebiz Women’s Leadership Forum to address leading through change

Cony Middle, High School names 3rd quarter honor students