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Published
December 4, 2023

Skowhegan businesses report strong — but unpredictable — start to holiday season

Several businesses, including some that are new to the downtown area, reported solid sales.
Published
December 4, 2023

Thousands without power as central Maine deals with season’s first snowstorm

Reported snowfall totals in the region ranged from 5 to 11 inches Monday morning, according to the National Weather Service in Gray.
Published
December 3, 2023

Firefighter training facility in Fairfield graduates first recruits

The Twin Rivers Fire Academy was the first to train recruits to the National Fire Protection Association’s Firefighter I and II certification levels, according to officials.
Published
December 3, 2023

Agriculture businesses across Maine poised for expansion with injection of federal grant funding

Five Maine farms have secured more than $1 million in federal agricultural grants to develop and sell products that range from soap to salami, making their products available more widely and helping the businesses to grow sustainably.
Published
December 2, 2023

Cat wing at Humane Society Waterville Area closed temporarily due to illness

Officials at the shelter at 100 Webb Road in Waterville said they hope to reopen the cat wing in the next couple of weeks, but the priority is ensuring the well-being and recovery of 11 cats, according to a spokeswoman.

Published
December 2, 2023

This year’s ‘Whoville’ celebration in Skowhegan ‘the best one yet’

The rain held off just enough to allow thousands of people to enjoy Friday night’s parade and a weekend full of Grinch-themed fun in downtown Skowhegan’s annual Christmas festivities.
Published
December 1, 2023

Augusta’s top cop retires but sets sights on future roles with city government

Jared Mills, 49, retired this week as Augusta's police chief and assistant city manager, but said he plans a possible return as assistant city manager because "I still have plenty of juice left in the tank."
Published
December 1, 2023

Remote control hobby store opens new, expanded location in Skowhegan

RC Destination moved from Norridgewock to Skowhegan last week, and plans to soon have an indoor track for those looking to race their remote-controlled vehicles.
Published
December 1, 2023

Police: Fairfield death ruled a homicide, suspect arrested after lighting car on fire following chase

Edwin Weeks, 62, of Fairfield, was found dead in his home from "sharp force trauma" and Raheem Shamar Goodwin was charged with murder in the case, Maine State Police said. The homicide capped one of the deadliest months in Maine's history.
Published
December 1, 2023

Moscow residents approve ban on commercial solar farms

The Somerset County town of about 500 people is the latest to enact a measure against the developments, although there was some question as to whether it would hold up against a legal challenge.