Augusta proposal would ban recreational marijuana sales, processing and growing

City councilors to consider marijuana rules Thursday that include no provisions allowing commercial sales, processing or growing of marijuana.

Incoming heavy snow, sleet spur pre-emptive cancellations in central Maine

The 6 to 10 inches of snow and heavy sleet in the forecast for Augusta has prompted the Legislature to be closed Wednesday.

Kennebec Journal Feb. 12 police log

Augusta area police reports for Feb. 12, 2019.

Portland council and Maine Legislature consider mandated paid sick leave

Two of Portland's largest employers asked the city to hold off on a new policy until legislators decide whether to pass a state law.

Bail set for alleged Augusta Big Apple robber

Police say they spotted Jesse Nichols fleeing from the store, with a clerk following behind him.

Air Force Airman Nadia Foster graduates from basic military training

‘Skate Your Heart Out’ competition set for Feb. 18

The state-wide event for ages 3 to adult.

Augusta family of five temporarily displaced by Sunday night fire

The Augusta Fire Department extinguished a blaze on Cony Road on Sunday night.

Kennebec Journal police log for Feb. 11

Augusta area police reports for Monday, Feb. 11, 2019.

Cony Middle School honor roll

Students recognized for academic achievement for the second quarter.