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Published
May 5, 2021

University of Maine at Augusta celebrates two graduations virtually

The global pandemic canceled the University of Maine at Augusta's commencement a year ago, but on Saturday both the 2020 and 2021 commencements celebrated the accomplishments of the graduates through a streamed event.
Published
May 5, 2021

Fire at Whitefield restaurant determined to be accidental

State fire marshal's office has determined the electrical fire that broke out at Aunt Gin's early Saturday was accidental.
Published
May 5, 2021

State’s probe of ‘forever chemicals’ in Fairfield water wells expands to neighboring areas

The Maine Department of Environmental Protection has included areas in Benton and Unity Township as it continues to test residential wells for PFAS contamination.
Published
May 5, 2021

Augusta presentations aimed at preparing for the future of its school buildings

The Augusta Public Schools are conducting virtual workshops to gain information about what the community would like to see in the district's buildings in the future, including potential renovation of Hussey Elementary School.
Published
May 4, 2021

Oakland residents approve $5.9 million municipal budget at annual Town Meeting

The meeting was held at Messalonskee High School's Performing Arts Center.

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Published
May 4, 2021

Kennebec County eyes how its offices will reopen to the public

In the short term, both the Kennebec County District Attorney's Office and the Probate Court are working out how members of the public will access their offices in the historic Kennebec County courthouse.
Published
May 4, 2021

Richmond presenting $2.58 million budget to voters

The town is proposing an 8.8% spending increase, with a 4.33% rise in the amount to be raised by taxes, that will be decided by voters at its June 8 Town Meeting.
Published
May 3, 2021

Future of Whitefield’s Aunt Gin’s restaurant is up in the air

Co-owner Wyatt Shorey said the Augusta Road restaurant, which opened in 2015, is closed for now — but maybe for good — after a fire early Saturday damaged the bar and dining areas.
Published
May 3, 2021

Throughout pandemic, Colby College students continued civic engagement with virtual elements

The college's civic engagement offerings were adjusted to fit pandemic protocols.
Published
May 3, 2021

Windsor Elementary School uses garden for lessons, skill development

With help from the community, a gazebo and concrete slabs are planned to turn the area into an outdoor classroom. Today, students sit on tree stumps as they learn.