Augusta man pleads guilty to theft-related charges, enters court-overseen drug recovery program

Alex J. Murphy, now 33, passed fake $100 bills and stole store merchandise to support his drug habit, officials say.

New minigrant competition aims to help Maine microbusinesses reach customers

New Ventures Maine is offering minigrants in the six regions it serves to help the smallest businesses reach customers by helping to fund marketing efforts.

Augusta library announces temporary change to hours

Donated building, funds to help Augusta Teen Center help city youth

Efforts to raise $1 million to renovate a building downtown into the Augusta Teen Center's new home have already brought in $746,000.

Old Fort Western offers bicentennial lecture series online

Federal CDC lifts its masking recommendation for all of Maine

The federal agency is, however, still advising that people who are immunocompromised or at high risk for severe illness wear a mask indoors.

Several central Maine schools lift mask mandate, making face coverings optional for students and staff

The state is no longer recommending schools require masks, following updated guidance from the Maine CDC on Wednesday.

Augusta arboretum’s trail-side meal draws hundreds

Cony high, middle school lists 2nd quarter honor roll

Maine photographer to hold photo project workshops