Due to restrictions on the size of public gatherings, town officials hope the delay means they can hold an open Town Meeting later in the year, when residents can ask questions and debate town spending priorities.
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Winthrop Historical Society purchases former Key Bank building for future headquarters
The former Key Bank building at 107 Main St. will need more than $50,000 in work before it is ready to open, according to society president Lynda Pratt.
Electronic campaign signs draw complaint in Gardiner area
Four electronic signs posted on behalf of William Guerrette, Republican candidate for the Senate District 14 seat, have drawn a complaint over the disclosure of who paid for the signs.
Oakland woman impaled by tree branch in ‘fair’ condition
David and Theresa Roy were traveling on Pond Road in Sidney Tuesday when a tree fell on their vehicle in high winds and a branch came through the car and impaled Theresa Roy, who is 79.
Gardiner, China schools report positive COVID-19 cases
Close contacts were identified on a bus taken by an individual at River View Community School in Gardiner, while Regional School Unit 18 reported a positive case at the China Middle School.
Augusta man missing since January found dead
Augusta police say they found the body of Pierre ‘Pete’ Bolduc on Wednesday in Augusta and the cause of his death is under investigation.
Maine Department of Labor adjusts process that froze 13 bank accounts
The department turned off an automated process that canceled some claims based on an employer’s response to an electronic form.
Waterville council approves more than $140,000 in contracts for library work
Councilors on Tuesday voted to appoint a panel to explore temporary and permanent locations for council meetings.
Augusta Civic Center’s vaccine clinic closing next week for legislative activity
The clinic, which will be closed March 10-11, is due to reopen March 12, according to Kennebec County Emergency Management Agency Director Sean Goodwin.
Cony’s Project Graduation to get financial boost from ice fishing tournament
Prizes donated by sponsors will be awarded to participants for the largest and smallest fish caught, among other categories.