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Amid outbreak, Winthrop Public Schools extend Thanksgiving break

by Emily Duggan November 9, 2021November 10, 2021

The Winthrop School Committee met Tuesday to discuss options in light of multiple COVID-19 outbreaks since the start of the academic year.

Community, Kennebec Journal

Winthrop historical society, legion to honor veterans with ceremony

November 4, 2021November 2, 2021

WINTHROP — A Veterans Day ceremony, co-hosted by the Winthrop Maine Historical Society at the Alfred W. Maxwell Jr. American Legion Post 40, is planned for Thursday, Nov. 11, at the Winthrop History and Heritage Center on Main Street. All are welcome to bring a picture of their favorite veteran or veterans from the Winthrop […]

Elections, Kennebec Journal, Local & State, Local Elections

Augusta-area voters turn out in steady stream to weigh in on Question 1, local races

by Jessica Lowell November 2, 2021November 3, 2021

While several communities had local races on their ballots, most people turned out to vote on Question 1, a referendum question about the New England Clean Energy Connect corridor.

Kennebec Journal, Local & State, Maine Crime

Winthrop man indicted on charges he shook, severely injured 4-month-old baby

by Keith Edwards October 29, 2021October 30, 2021

Officials say the baby has been at least partially blinded and is severely brain damaged after Camren L. Breton allegedly shook him.

Kennebec Journal, Local & State, Morning Sentinel

Halloween celebrations returning across central Maine, though many with pandemic precautions

by Jessica Lowell October 22, 2021October 22, 2021

Organizations across the region are gearing up to offer spooky fun and chocolate for Halloween celebrations, even as they are mindful of the specter of COVID-19 that continues to haunt the state.

Community, Kennebec Journal

Sexual Assault Crisis & Support Center to offer volunteer advocate training

October 22, 2021October 22, 2021

WINTHROP — The Sexual Assault Crisis & Support Center plans to offer a virtual free sexual assault advocate training on Tuesday, Oct. 26. The center operates the 24-hour, confidential, free sexual assault crisis and support line at 1-800-871-7741 for Kennebec and Somerset counties. The center seeks volunteers to help make a difference in the lives […]

Business, Kennebec Journal, Local & State

Lilac on the River becomes downtown Augusta’s latest pop-up shop

by Jessica Lowell October 11, 2021October 12, 2021

Owner Kim Phinney says she planned the venture as a way to open a bakery and offer food to downtown workers and residents.

Kennebec Journal, Local & State, Morning Sentinel

Shifting lines: Redistricting in Kennebec County splits its towns again

by Jessica Lowell October 9, 2021October 9, 2021

While all other counties are left intact when determining the boundaries of congressional districts, Kennebec County has been the only county in recent decades to be split when redrawing districts.