Grand jury indicts Fairfield man on charges he possessed sexually explicit material

Authorities say the videos and photos Jeffrey C. White, 37, had in his possession involved child pornography.

Waterville man, 22, arrested after eluding officer, police say

Malachai Baskins is facing seven charges stemming from a police chase Thursday afternoon that ended in a crash at a car dealership and him fleeing into the woods on foot, authorities said.

Kennebec County commissioners meet virtually to avoid COVID-19 risk

The chairwoman of the Kennebec County commissioners said with the widespread growth of COVID-19 cases she opted to hold Tuesday's meeting virtually.

Dozens of car wrecks reported in central Maine as roads become slick with snow

Only about 1 to 3 inches of snow fell across the region Wednesday, but it was enough to make for dangerous driving conditions.

Madison officials consider changes to how Sheriff’s Office covers town

Town's Select Board met last month with Somerset County Sheriff Dale Lancaster to discuss a restructuring plan, but the board decided against making a decision in the middle of the fiscal year.

Abandoned rail line to be converted into 32-mile recreational trail through central Maine

Officials say the trail, known as the Madison Branch, will particularly appeal to snowmobilers and ATV riders as it extends from Oakland north into Norridgewock, Madison, Embden and other towns.

COVID-19 outbreak reported at Kennebec County Correctional Facility in Augusta

The number of inmates at the facility will be limited until the outbreak ends, Sheriff Ken Mason says.

Mentoring program seeks adult volunteers

Shot and a shake: Waterville McDonald’s, Maine CDC partner on COVID-19 vaccine clinic offering free milkshakes

McDonald's at 336 Main St. to host coronavirus vaccination clinic from 3 p.m. to 5 p.m. Tuesday as hospitalizations hit record high.

Alfond Youth & Community Center serves 1,500 Thanksgiving dinners at drive-thru event

In lieu of an in-person sit-down meal, volunteers at the Alfond Youth & Community Center prepared 1,500 individual Thanksgiving dinners that were handed out Saturday afternoon.