AUGUSTA — The Beginning Farmer Resource Network, a coalition of agricultural agencies in Maine, will host free workshops and offer consultation services to Maine’s newest farmers Jan. 14-16 during the Maine Agricultural Trades Show at the Augusta Civic Center, 76 Community Drive, Augusta, according to a news release from the University of Maine Cooperative Extension. […]
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Freezing rain sends vehicles sliding off roads across central Maine
First responders were busy responding to a steady stream of accidents and slide-offs Friday morning.
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CATC recognizes December Students of Month
AUGUSTA — Capital Area Technical Center has announced its December Students of the Month, according to a news release from the center. Nathan Couture, of Manchester, is a senior from Maranacook Community High School in Readfield enrolled in the Business Academy program. He likes being able to take advantage of the opportunities available thru his […]
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Maine Compass: Public-private partnerships are helping to keep Maine healthy
A nonprofit is working with officials to expand access to care in rural areas.
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Beloved principal’s cancer treatments inspire St. Michael students in Augusta to drive ‘change’
AUGUSTA — “I’m so grateful. The Harold Alfond Center for Cancer Care is something else I am thankful for because without the treatments I am still receiving, I wouldn’t be here.” The words of Kevin Cullen, principal of St. Michael School in Augusta, were met with applause from students and staff in the gym of […]
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Augusta’s Mark O’Brien known for leading with civility
At-Large Councilor Mark O’Brien has served the city for more than two decades, with roles on the city council and board of education.
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Maine Warden Service urges caution on ice-covered lakes and ponds
Last week’s cold snap froze many water bodies, but this week’s warming temperatures could leave ice dangerously thin.
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Augusta woman’s faith drives her to work on social justice issues
Nancy Fritz has been guided by her beliefs to take on advocacy for homeless people, domestic violence victims and children with special needs.
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After temporarily closing a year ago, Togus VA dialysis center seeks nurse manager to reopen
Old equipment has been moved out of center and will be replaced with new machines when the center reopens. A date for that reopening has yet to be set.
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Augusta, Waterville area bridge results
Gamers play in Waterville, Hallowell, Fairfield and Augusta.