City-owned fort, the oldest surviving wooden fort in the country, is open for tours, but not getting many visitors in pandemic.
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DNA identifies Augusta victim of 1968 California homicide
Genetic genealogy also identifies the now-deceased man who is suspected of killing Anita Louise Piteau, 26, who was from Augusta.
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Posted inKennebec Journal, Local & State
Sewage could provide data on COVID-19’s prevalence in Augusta area
The city of Augusta and the Greater Augusta Utility District are using a federal grant to have wastewater samples tested for the coronavirus.
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Accident claims lives of Augusta, Smithfield women
Augusta police report that Kelsey Buckmore and Rachel Paquet died in the two-vehicle accident on Eastern Avenue.
Posted inCommunity, Kennebec Journal
Red Cross now offering antibody testing
The Red Cross is offering testing of all blood, platelet and plasma donations for COVID-19 antibodies donated at their blood drives and donation centers, according to a news release from the United Way of Kennebec Valley in Augusta. Blood donors and the public could benefit from this insight, and by offering antibody testing, the Red […]
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Two people injured in Sunday crash in Augusta
Augusta police say Daniel Williams of Waterville and Melanie Heron of Sidney were taken to the hospital after they were struck by a turning vehicle near the State Route 3 and West River Road intersection.
Posted inKennebec Journal, Local & State
Augusta rescinds coronavirus emergency declaration
City officials warn residents they must continue to be vigilant to prevent the spread of COVID-19.
Posted inCommunity, Kennebec Journal
United Way of Kennebec Valley to host Golf Scramble Aug. 10
The United Way of Kennebec Valley’s 50th annual Golf Scramble will be held Monday, Aug. 10, at the Augusta Country Club in Manchester, according to a news release from the organization. Last year, the United Way raised more than $20,000 for 50 local partner programs — a new record with the help of all 27 […]
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Job Corps plans to host virtual information session July 22
Job Corps will host a virtual information session at 11 a.m. Wednesday, July 22, according to a news release from the Job Corps Office in Augusta. Those who are between the ages 16 and 24 and think they might want to apply to Job Corps, here’s what is needed to get started: Birth certificate, social […]
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Central Maine polls see slow but steady turnout
Tuesday’s election brings out voters and challenges, as a number of delayed open Town Meetings are being held by secret ballot and the number of absentee ballots are expected to be higher than usual.