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Published
February 14, 2022

Pittston to host public hearings this week on marijuana rules, building code ordinance

A public hearing on the proposed medical marijuana ordinance is set for 6 p.m. Tuesday, and a hearing on the updated building code ordinance is planned for 6:15 p.m. Wednesday, both at the Town Office.
Published
February 14, 2022

Kennebec County not notified before controversial statue abruptly removed from courthouse grounds

County officials say they were unaware the statue of Melville W. Fuller was to be removed Sunday from the lawn in front of the Kennebec County Courthouse, two months ahead of a deadline imposed by county commissioners.
Published
February 13, 2022

Central Maine florists say planning key to meeting Valentine’s Day demand

Inflation and supply chain issues have caused price hikes, delays and shortages nationally, but those who run flower shops in the area say they have been able to fill orders at their busiest holiday of the year.
Published
February 13, 2022

Fire damages century-old duplex home in Readfield

Firefighters from across the region spent about 10 hours knocking down the fire and putting out hot spots after the blaze was reported on Tallwood Drive.
Published
February 12, 2022

Feeling put out by potholes? You’re not alone

Public works directors in central Maine say the problem with potholes isn't any worse these days than in past years, just don't tell that to drivers shelling out hundreds of dollars for repairs.

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Published
February 11, 2022

High school basketball teams wary of COVID-19 shutdowns that could derail tournament runs

With playoff fields set, some squads taking precautions to avoid potential outbreaks.
Published
February 11, 2022

Firefighters battle house fire near Skowhegan fairgrounds

Several departments in the region responded to the blaze Friday on Beech Street, and a man was taken to the hospital, a Skowhegan firefighter said.
Published
February 11, 2022

Week In Photos Feb. 4-11, 2022

Here are some of our favorite Kennebec Journal and Morning Sentinel photos from the past week.
Published
February 11, 2022

Federal agents respond to Waterville building as part of ongoing investigation

Few details were released by authorities Friday after FBI agents were seen on Front Street near the intersection with Union Street.
Published
February 11, 2022

Chelsea-area school district considers 8.35% budget increase, driven largely by proposed state law and COVID-19 pandemic

Superintendent: Bill could require districts to pay full tuition for students they send to technical centers in Maine, and cost smaller districts, such as Regional School Unit 12, about $330,000 a year.