Donors looking to support Hallowell’s bar and restaurant workers through coronavirus closures

More than $6,000 has been raised for the city's restaurant workers, while another fundraiser is in the works for the town's musicians.

Art2020 submissions deadline extended to April 8

Former Richmond police chief appointed in Hallowell

Scott MacMaster, 46, of Richmond, was appointed by a 6-1 vote following a two-and-a-half hour executive session.

Hallowell’s Vaughan Woods closed due to COVID-19 outbreak; others looking at restrictions of recreational areas

The recreation area closed to the public — until further notice — on Saturday, due to "the lack of social distancing practices on the part of visitors."

Hallowell officials appoint Board of Health, extend emergency declaration

City Director of Municipal Emergency Management Jim Owens is under self-isolation after flying on March 14, but continues to work normal hours.

Personal protective equipment a concern for some central Maine emergency medical services

While bigger departments may have equipment to handle calls safely for some time during the coronavirus pandemic, smaller ones could run out of protective gear — and personnel.

Monmouth, Hallowell officers in isolation as call volumes decrease for central Maine police departments

Hallowell and Monmouth police departments each have an officer in isolation, and central Maine departments are seeing fewer calls due to the coronavirus.

Sacred Heart Church Ladies Guild ticket auction canceled

Central Maine municipalities implement emergency plans

Augusta, Gardiner, Hallowell and Winthrop have all declared states of emergency that allow the municipalities to take quick action to deal with the impact of the coronavirus pandemic on their communities.

Central Maine restaurant owners must decide whether to keep serving

As municipalities explore closing all restaurants, some are choosing to offer takeout orders behind closed doors instead of waiting for a directive.