Cony High School’s class of 1981 plans to hold a belated 40th reunion from 4 to 10 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 13, at The White Duck, 2527 U.S. Route 202 in Winthrop. Food and drink will be at the classmate’s cost; a group menu will be used to place orders. Classmates are encouraged to bring their […]
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Kennebec County officials sign off on labor contract for staff in deeds registry, DA’s office
The deal, with the union representing about a dozen employees in the Kennebec County District Attorney’s Office and the Registry of Deeds, gives them raises in each of the contract’s three years.
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Augusta City Council gives police approval to sell some guns in evidence locker, destroy those used in crimes
Augusta Police Department to sell 62 guns and destroy 57 it has acquired over the years.
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Oakland woman pleads not guilty in drug-induced death of her toddler son
Ashley Malloy’s 14-month-old, Karson, died in November 2021 from complications due to the combined effects of fentanyl and tramadol, officials said.
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Pet Palooza event to benefit mental health awareness, humane societies
The fundraiser begins Sunday, May 1.
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Maine Pottery Tour showcases handmade art
The annual event invites people to tour pottery and ceramics studios across the state, giving them a chance to meet the artists behind the work, see it in progress, and to shop for Maine-made gifts.
Posted inCommunity, Kennebec Journal
Hallowell ladies guild assisting Augusta pregnancy center
Members of the Sacred Heart Ladies Guild, based at Sacred Heart Church on 12 Summer St. in Hallowell, plan to set up baby cribs at the church to collect items for a local pregnancy center that has helped thousands of women over the years. The cribs will be set up at the church on Sunday, […]
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UMaine exhibit to feature work by graduating art majors
Each spring the Charles Danforth Gallery at the University of Maine at Augusta exhibits the work of its graduating art majors who complete their studies at the university with a final year-long body of work. This year’s show, “Start to Finish,” features works in illustration, graphic design, painting, drawing and collage. This year’s artists are […]
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GO MAINE ride-sharing program to highlight green travel options for any in-state vehicle trip
The program, which has promoted carpooling and vanpooling, is expanding its focus beyond daily commutes to meet the state climate goal of reducing the number of vehicle miles traveled in Maine.
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Augusta church raises over $11K for Ukraine
AUGUSTA — South Parish Congregational Church UCC, with the help of the community, has raised $11,076 so far for Ukraine. The congregation voted on where the money would be sent, showing significant interest in both World Central Kitchen and Doctors Without Borders. Half is being sent to each agency to help them continue their work […]