Skowhegan hospital closes rehab unit after ‘small cluster’ tests positive for COVID-19

The chief nursing officer at the Redington-Fairview General Hospital confirmed that the unit has been closed while staff who may have been exposed to the virus self-quarantine and the facility is cleaned.

Funeral homes adapting during coronavirus pandemic

Meeting with families by video platforms to plan funerals, postponing services until later in the spring or summer and wearing extra protective gear while working with the deceased are among the ways funeral directors have adapted during the pandemic.

Birthing centers around central Maine adjusting to deliveries during pandemic

As more information becomes available, doctors assure patients that they will continue to work within CDC guidelines and keep their patients and staff as safe as possible.

Skowhegan superintendent: Assume remote learning will continue for rest of year

The Maine School Administrative District 54 board met via Zoom on Thursday evening to discuss remote learning, meals for students and the mascot selection process.

Kennebec County sheriff’s office warns of series of catalytic converter thefts

Lt. Chris Read said three thefts have occurred in China, Manchester and Litchfield this month, and the office is looking for information about the incidents.

Main Street Skowhegan wins support from National Main Street Center

The support will allow Main Street Skowhegan to provide an environment for entrepreneurs and business owners to start businesses in town as well as bring new people into town.

Skowhegan AmeriCorps Outdoor Recreation Program transitions to virtual programs, more

Skowhegan library offers Tumble Book Library and Math, Teen Book Club, more

Funds needed to restore Lake George Regional Park in Skowhegan

The chief administrator of the Skowhegan park land, which is primarily funded by local summer camp programs, says the property has the potential in the future to host weddings and rent the cabins to guests but is in need of major repairs.

Skowhegan Farmers Market opens summer location early to spread out

Saturday's farmers market brought out a record number of locals at 42 Court St., where safe social distancing was practiced between shoppers and vendors.