Firefighters fight flames Sunday, Sept. 10 in Winslow. All photos by Morning Sentinel photojournalist Michael G. Seamans.
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Those who make, love cheese gather in record numbers at annual Pittsfield festival
The Maine Cheese Festival was held Sunday at Manson Park in Pittsfield, with more than 60 artisan cheesemakers and related vendors from throughout the state selling goods to an appreciative crowd.
As Winslow revamps public safety operations, former employees speak of director with abrasive style
Former employees say Leonard Macdaid’s leadership has contributed to distrust among town departments and includes threatening behavior, but the town manager dismisses the claims as a coordinated effort that also involves some town staff.
Agricultural fair returns to Clinton with new events, continued focus on education
New to the annual Clinton Fair this year was a demolition derby and hammer and frying pan toss that drew thousands. Organizers say that the fair’s offerings are expanding each year in an effort to get more people through the gates and educate them on the importance of agriculture and community.
Kids and cows strut their stuff in the show ring at Litchfield Fair
The 3-day Litchfield Fair continues Sunday with more agriculture events and showings.
RSU 2 votes to move school board meetings to Hallowell
Regular business meetings will no longer rotate among the four municipalities served by the district. Special meetings will be scheduled in each community to gather input from residents.
Waterville man forced out of downtown apartment finds bed at homeless shelter
Kevin Horton, 64, lived in his apartment 25 years but the building is being sold and he was told he has to leave. He’s been unable to find a new apartment.
Vassalboro man arrested for allegedly stealing RV from Manchester dealership
Christopher Vogel, 46, was arrested Tuesday on two charges.
Classes canceled after water leak discovered at Waterville Senior High School
It appears the water leaked early Friday from a malfunctioning sink in a custodian’s closet, causing water to seep into first-floor classrooms, Superintendent Peter Hallen said.
The Week In Photos: Sept. 1-8, 2023
Some of our favorite Kennebec Journal or Morning Sentinel photographs from the past week.