Churches across the state held blessing of the animals ceremonies this weekend, in celebration of St. Francis of Assisi’s feast day. Central Maine saw many ceremonies, including at St. Michael Catholic Parish in Augusta and St. John the Baptist Church in Winslow.
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Proposal to open Chipotle Mexican Grill in Waterville follows closure in Augusta
The Augusta Chipotle closed in July after workers sought to form a union, and company officials said they were unable to adequately staff the restaurant.
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Firefighters save Vassalboro house as fire destroys garage
The Vassalboro Fire Department responded Saturday night to a fire on Crowell Hill Road that destroyed a garage and shed.
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Day of Hope for cancer survivors, patients, families
MaineGeneral’s annual, inspirational event returns to in-person at Augusta Civic Center.
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Old-time football: 1926 scrapbook provides revealing look at Maine’s gridiron history
Nearly a century ago, a fan meticulously documented the state’s high school and college football scene.
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Trench to be dug across Kennebec River in Augusta for new water, sewer lines
Work is underway to replace a pipe that was taken out of service in 2016 after a leak was discovered.
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With free meals available for all students in Maine, officials say there are still hurdles to offering better food
A recent photo of a school lunch from Marcia Buker Elementary School in Richmond prompted controversy among parents about the quality of meals the district provides.
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Winthrop man seriously injured when his pickup truck hits tree in Wayne
Kenneth Buck, 41, was taken by a LifeFlight of Maine helicopter to Central Maine Medical Center in Lewiston following the Thursday afternoon crash on Old Winthrop Road.
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Health, safety violations found at public pool in Belgrade expected to cost town $5,000
The town must fund the needed repairs, but will not be fined for the violations because its recreation director voluntarily called for a state inspection after identifying unsafe conditions.
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One person dead following fire at West Gardiner residence
The Maine Office of State Fire Marshal is investigating after firefighters responding to a fire Thursday morning on Lewiston Road in West Gardiner found the body, believed to be that of Sherwood Keene, 83, at the home that was destroyed.