From ‘devil birds’ to an unusual obituary, there was no shortage of uniqueness here in central Maine this year.
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Dec. 31, 1994: Seafood fans eagerly await Red Lobster restaurant in Augusta, incoming councilor in Gardiner will listen to her people, and meet this Hallowell librarian and her 1-woman show
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Dec. 29, 2003: Check out this Whitefield home that’s powered by solar, wood, and ideas, and Children’s Center of Augusta officials ask county for long lease
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Dec. 28, 1987: City of Waterville seizes over 47 properties last week after residents failed to pay taxes, and Gov. John McKernan Jr. focusing on economy, taxes, welfare and OUI in next legislative session
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Dec. 27, 1975: Fire causes heavy damage to Marquis Radio & TV building in Hallowell yesterday, and drivers had to either splash through it or bust in Augusta
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Dec. 26, 1992: Are superintendents in Maine overpaid? Not by a long shot they say. Also, stores in central Maine are ready for swappers.
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South Parish Congregational Church in Augusta serves Christmas dinner
All photos by Rich Abrahamson/Morning Sentinel.
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The Way It Was in Hallowell: Week of Dec. 30-Jan. 6.
Showcasing what happened in the Hallowell-area on this date for the week of Dec. 30-Jan. 6.
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Dec. 24, 1988: Generosity flies Augusta mom to son’s bedside in Nashville, and Maine programs offer little help to abused teenagers
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