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Published
February 15, 2023

Skijoring, downhill kayaking, ice fishing derby to highlight 10-day Somerset SnowFest

The SnowFest, in its fifth year of celebrating winter activities, kicks off Friday and continues to Feb. 26.
Published
February 15, 2023

Police: Driver operating under influence when SUV crashes through guardrail and into Fairfield Brook

Vanessa Poirier, 25, of Waterville suffered minor injuries Tuesday when her SUV ran a stop sign, hit a guardrail and went down an embankment and into the brook, Fairfield police say.
Published
February 14, 2023

Waterville Planning Board recommends City Council rezone former church rectory for Ware-Butler offices

The board forwarded its recommendation following a strong debate Tuesday on whether rezoning the land that was once home to Sacred Heart Church would change the complexion of the neighborhood.
Published
February 14, 2023

School meals served on remote learning days will now be reimbursed by the state

The news could be a boon to central Maine districts that were facing thousands of dollars of unbudgeted expenses or ending the school year in late June.
Published
February 14, 2023

Winslow council OKs up to $6.8 million in bonds for upgrades to Chaffee Brook pumping station

Work on the pumping station, built in the 1970s, and adding two sewer lines at the bottom of the Kennebec River could total $8 million, according to town officials.

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Published
February 14, 2023

Hallowell council appoints police department sergeant as interim chief

The appointment of Sgt. Christopher Giles as interim police chief comes as former Chief Scott MacMaster is leaving the top job to become a patrol officer for the Gardiner Police Department.
Published
February 14, 2023

Sheriff’s deputy, his dog, and a passerby allegedly attacked by man on Richmond roadside

Shane M. Sawler, of Bath, was arrested on several charges.
Published
February 14, 2023

Photos: It’s tourney time! Crew works to make sure Augusta prepared

The high school basketball tournament begins Friday and the Augusta Civic Center is one of three sites in Maine hosting games. The court at the civic center was assembled Tuesday for one of the most popular tournaments the center hosts each year. Photos by Morning Sentinel photographer Rich Abrahamson.
Published
February 14, 2023

As Johnny’s Selected Seeds marks its 50th year, company looks to expand its reach

David Mehlhorn, the CEO of the Winslow-based company, said he hopes to position it to be a "one-stop shop" for mid-sized farmers and home gardeners across the U.S.
Published
February 13, 2023

Avian flu detected in Kennebec County prompts more vigilance

Evidence of the highly pathogenic avian influenza in Kennebec County means more vigilance on the part of those raising domestic poultry and relying on measures already in place.