As coronavirus alters typical holiday plans, Richmond-area residents create new Thanksgiving traditions

While some still gathered en masse, many people found different ways to celebrate in smaller ways and even without turkey as the centerpiece of the traditional meal.

Gardiner, Hallowell schools prepare Thanksgiving baskets for area families

Both Gardiner Area High School and Hall-Dale Middle and High School have seen an increase in need for — and support from — community members.

Tasting room owners in central Maine say they can open safely indoors amid pandemic

Central Maine tasting rooms figuring out what's next, including a commitment to outdoor service during winter months.

Remote housing creates issues for remote learning; causing an interference with school work

Many families in the area are unable to get internet at their houses because of the remote nature of where they live.

Gardiner attorney under suspension named in lawsuit alleging he sexually assaulted client

The woman is one of two who filed complaints with the Board of Overseers of the Bar that led to the suspension of Clarence Spurling's law license in September.

Sweet Pea the peacock, on the loose in Pittston, hooks up with wild turkeys

The town animal control officer says it's natural for the peacock to associate with turkeys domestically and that it should be able to survive cold weather.

Pittston man charged with drunken driving after cement truck rolls over

The crash on state Route 27 in Pittston on Wednesday resulted in police charging Cory Williams, 39, with operating under the influence of alcohol.

Marks challenging Hanley for his House District 87 seat

Incumbent Republican Jeffrey Hanley is seeking his fourth consecutive term, while Democrat Timothy Marks is hoping for a return to the Maine House of Representatives.

Oakland and New York men indicted on drug trafficking charges after motel bust

Eric Caswell, 41, of Oakland and Tarik Squire, 37, of Bronx, New York, were arrested Jan. 2 by Augusta police and Maine Drug Enforcement agents, who were waiting for them at the Super 8 motel in Augusta.

Madelyn Johnson makes Johnson & Wales University dean’s list