Next chapter coming for Scrummy Afters in Hallowell following sale announcement

Days after a Facebook post announcing the popular Hallowell candy shop is for sale, co-owner Kim Davis says she is surprised by the level of interest — from as far as Florida.

Farmers markets are open. Here’s a list of some to visit around central and western Maine.

A sure sign spring (and summer) is the reopening of outdoor farmers markets across the state.

Morning fire destroys garage, two vehicles in Augusta

Official: City Fire Department investigating cause of fire, although there is no indication of foul play.

Massachusetts university names local dean’s list students

Hallowell sets public hearing for next month on TIF renewal for Camden National Bank Ice Vault

If approved, the TIF and credit enhancement agreement for the facility at 203 Whitten Road would be renewed for another 10 years.

Hallowell council votes to keep historic fire station building for future city uses

Officials voted to keep the building under city ownership, to let the food pantry stay, to move the police department into the building and to explore other possible uses.

Arctic temperatures raise risk of ice dams on Kennebec River

With the coldest temperatures in nearly four years settling in across central Maine this week, ice is expected to form quickly on lakes and rivers.

Tax help program to be available to qualifying individuals

Hallowell-area school district, after much debate, sticks with following CDC masking guidelines

The board was divided over the issue, but ultimately, went through with sticking to the CDC guidelines.

Central Maine government officials consider renewing pandemic precautions as omicron variant surges

As the COVID-19 pandemic continues in Maine, local governments have taken different tacks in how they conduct public meetings and carry on municipal business.