Doug Ide, code enforcement officer and interim city manager, said changes to the state’s solar rules have sparked a number of inquiries about solar arrays in Hallowell.
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Urgent medical care center approved for Augusta’s Turnpike Mall site
City officials believe the new business will improve aesthetics and access to the struggling mall, and will offer an alternative to an emergency room visit.
Maine Arts Academy’s pilot program in culinary arts a hit with students and staff
The 10-week pilot course, a collaboration between the charter school and Snow Pond Center for the Arts, began in January of this year.
Augusta Board of Education OKs 2021-22 budget, with less-than-1% spending hike
The proposed spending plan is to be presented April 6 to the Augusta City Council.
Three Augusta schools report positive COVID-19 cases
Cony Middle and High School, and Farrington and Lillian P. Hussey elementary schools will continue operate on their regular schedules.
Police: Man in custody after chase, armed standoff in central Maine
Police identify suspect as Joshua Elliott, 40.
Gardiner city manager resigns
The Gardiner City Council accepted the resignation of City Manager Christine Landes on Wednesday after a 10-minute executive session.
Kennebec Valley Community College spearheading efforts to give COVID-19 training to child care providers
The course will teach providers core skills on how to safely operate child care facilities as the COVID-19 pandemic continues.
Freedom voters reelect selectman, clerk, treasurer
Freedom elections were held by secret ballot Friday at the election hall next to the town office.
Richmond town manager leaving to accept position in Oxford
Adam Garland, who took his first job in Richmond in 2006 as a member of its police department, is leaving the role of town manager he’s had for about 2½ years.