Midcoast residents ask state to turn unused railroad into recreation trail

The proposed Merrymeeting Trail would connect Brunswick to Augusta via a 34-mile unused railroad corridor that links with the Kennebec River Rail Trail.

Former Richmond biker bar gets new life — smoking meats and marijuana

Medical marijuana entrepreneur Clayton Sulak has opened a dispensary in one of Richmond's oldest buildings and plans to add a barbecue smokehouse this October.

Friends of Merrymeeting Bay plans Swan Island paddle, archaeology survey

State ends ferry service between Richmond and Swan Island after more than 6 decades

Visitors are allowed to access the wildlife management area using their own watercrafts, and the state is no longer charging fees to use the island or camp there.

More than 2,200 athletes to compete in Ironman half-triathlon as race returns to Augusta area

The event was a boon to the local economy last year, bringing $2.6 million to central Maine hotels, restaurants and other businesses.

Fireman’s muster helps kick off a longer Richmond Days celebration for the town’s bicentennial year

On the occasion of the 200th anniversary of its founding, town officials stretched the traditional celebration to a week, including the fireman's muster, which showcases the restored hand tubs that were instrumental to fighting fires before steam engines replaced human powered pumpers.

Bicyclist injured in collision with pickup truck in Richmond

A Sabattus man has been charged with causing serious bodily injury while his license was suspended.

Rangeley trust holds annual birding festival

The Vickerys of Richmond were awarded the Bicknell Award for Birding Conservation Excellence.

Trail, train advocates vie for use of rail corridor from Augusta to Brunswick

Officials and residents from communities along the corridor that runs along the Kennebec River say its use could bring significant economic benefits.

No ifs ands or putts: Richmond mini golf course set to become a central Maine destination

Moose Mountain Adventure Park is slated to open an 18-hole course and ice cream stand July 1.