Winthrop Town Council votes to form downtown revitalization committee

The 10-person Village Revitalization Committee is expected to update the town's downtown revitalization plan for the first time in more than two decades.

Victorian Tea Party set for Dec. 3, volunteers sought for decorating

Winthrop Maine Historical Society plans winter fundraiser

Cobbossee Lake sees worst algae bloom in a decade

An accumulation of algae on the water's surface turned the lake green from mid-August through the end of September. While most of it has cleared, toxic remnants still line the shore.

Sheepscot Valley school district opens day care for teachers’ kids

The effort by Regional School Unit 12 is meant to help attract and retain teachers amid statewide staffing shortages.

Phi Kappa Phi honor society inducts local students

Husson University Online lauds local students’ achievements

Tears, laughter at service for Winthrop father and son killed in Lewiston mass shooting

The celebration of life for Bill Young, 44, and Aaron Young, 14, was held at Hope Baptist Church in Manchester on Friday, drawing more than 200 family and community members.

Roundup: Central Maine municipal election results by town

Unofficial results of the Nov. 7 municipal elections for participating towns in greater Augusta and Waterville. Only contested races are included. Keep checking back for updates Wednesday.

Winthrop society raffling patriotic rug, drawing Nov. 11

Portion of proceeds to benefit wreaths to be placed at Winthrop area cemeteries.