Voters approve $40 million budget for Farmington-based school district

RSU 9's 2022-23 budget, a $1.13 million increase over the current year, will cost taxpayers across the district’s 10 towns $13.78 million.

Two Kennebec County Democrats face off for party nomination in county commissioner race

State House Rep. Charlotte Warren and Philip Garwood, chairman of the Board of Supervisors of the Kennebec River Rail Trail, will face off in the Democratic primary to fill the District 2 Kennebec County commissioner seat being vacated by Nancy Rines.

Vienna voters endorse proposed spending, add raises for officials

Returning to a live format after voting referendum style in 2021, about 30 voters agreed to pay off the town's fire truck, add to what they pay for bulky waste removal, and approve routine spending for the town.

Vienna preparing for annual Town Meeting, municipal election

The town's proposed budget of $621,311 is not expected to significantly impact the current tax rate of $19.40 per $1,000 of assessed value.

Fire damages century-old duplex home in Readfield

Firefighters from across the region spent about 10 hours knocking down the fire and putting out hot spots after the blaze was reported on Tallwood Drive.

Mount Vernon transportation service changes leadership

Fayette officials move forward with wireless contract negotiation for town-wide coverage

Project would bring internet to 825 locations in town, with the community contribution for each location estimated at $467.

Kennebec broadband group aims to expand high-speed internet in 6 towns

The Western Kennebec Lakes Community Broadband Association, which is on track toward becoming a nonprofit, consists of representatives from Fayette, Leeds, Mount Vernon, Readfield, Vienna and Wayne.

Vienna venue awarded $6K business grant

Vienna hall to reopen with fundraising concert