John Branning’s anthology, ‘The Best I Can Do,’ was recognized recently by the largest book awards program for independent publishers.
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Kennebec Valley Community College slated to receive $803,000 for new plumbing training facility
U.S. Sen. Susan Collins, R-Maine, said the funding is included in a bill passed by the Senate Appropriations Committee.
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Madison town manager to soon take on new role as Somerset County administrator
Tim Curtis saw dramatic changes in Madison over the last eight years, including the closure of the paper mill and its resurrection as a manufacturing hub, and now he’s turning his attention to the economic development needs of the county.
Posted inKennebec Journal, Local & State, Maine Crime, News
Court ‘blitz’ underway in effort to tackle backlog of criminal cases in Kennebec County
The caseload in Kennebec County courts is 67% higher than it was pre-pandemic, with 2,343 cases pending.
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Residents take aim at Waterville council for pursuing building lease
People told the City Council on Tuesday that it was fiscally irresponsible to move forward on leasing, and possibly purchasing, a building on Front Street that would hold council meetings and serve other functions.
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Jefferson man dies after car strikes tree in Boothbay
Speed is believed to be a factor in the Monday night crash, officials said.
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Man injured after Jeep sideswipes Amish buggy in Somerville
The incident took place Monday morning on state Route 17.
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Former Hallowell public works foreman pleads guilty to drunken driving
Christopher Buck could see the charge reduced if he complies with a six-month agreement with state prosecutors.
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A $2.4 million expansion of Winslow Elementary School nears completion
The project is using federal funding to add four new classrooms, two office spaces and two bathrooms to the school, officials say.
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Gardiner potluck to celebrate Maine’s famed home cook Marjorie Standish
From her Gardiner home, Marjorie Standish penned cookbooks treasured by generations of food lovers in Maine and beyond. Her fans are invited to share their favorite of her dishes at the Gardiner Public Library on Saturday.