Randolph residents voted last week to authorize town officials to borrow up to $1.2 million for a new fire station that has been in the works for at least eight years.
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Posted inKennebec Journal, Local & State
Hot, dry conditions persist across Maine as summer reaches midway point
While the remnants of Tropical Storm Isaias are expected to begin sweeping through New England on Tuesday night, the forecast for August continues to suggest conditions that are both hotter and drier than average.
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Posted inBusiness, Local & State, Morning Sentinel
FirstPark in Oakland hires firm to help spur development
The partnership with SVN | The Urbanek Group Advisors is expected to provide FirstPark greater exposure in Maine and New England, and connections nationally and globally through SVN’s network of offices and affiliates.
Posted inKennebec Journal, Local & State
Hallowell to seek proposals for reuse of Second Street Fire Station
City officials are asking developers to suggest ideas for the century-old building, while preserving its historical character.
Posted inKennebec Journal, Local & State, Schools and Education
Central Maine schools still grappling with how to bring students back in mix of options
While the state has unveiled its guidelines for schools, central Maine districts are still working out the details about how to start the academic year safely.
Posted inKennebec Journal, Local & State
Augusta hires Gardiner’s city clerk
Kelly Gooldrup will leave Gardiner City Hall to become the city clerk in Augusta, beginning Aug. 17.
Posted inKennebec Journal, Local & State
Randolph voters endorse flat spending plan
Thirty residents showed up to vote on town spending for the next year, as well as a request for authorization to borrow up to $1.2 million for a new fire station.
Posted inLocal & State, Morning Sentinel
Rich Abrahamson: Photography is a humbling thing
Having a nice camera, the ability to use it may be basic to the job, but a bit of luck, the happenstance of coincidence presents the opportunity.
Posted inKennebec Journal, Local & State, Maine Crime, Times Record
Masks meant to help protect rescue workers reported stolen from Richmond Fire Department
A box containing masks meant to help protect rescue workers from exposure to the coronavirus went missing from outside the station last week.
Posted inKennebec Journal, Local & State, Maine Crime
Farmingdale couple arrested on multiple drug charges
After Kennebec County Sheriff’s deputies conducted a well-being check Wednesday, they found numerous illegal drugs in a residence at Pine Hill Apartments in Farmingdale.