A Big Apple store clerk was robbed at gunpoint last week, according to authorities.
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Skowhegan man, 69, injured after accidentally firing handgun while driving
Police said a preliminary investigation determined Russell Madore of Skowhegan was traveling south on Madison Avenue when his gun discharged.
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Penobscot Nation Tribal Court officials speak about restorative justice at University of Maine at Augusta
Rhonda Decontie, a UMA alumni, and Judge Eric Mehnert started the Healing to Wellness Court program at Penobscot Nation Tribal Court, which has shown great success.
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Hallowell planning workshop to discuss future of historic fire station
City officials have not yet set a date for the workshop as of Friday, however Mayor George Lapointe said they plan to hold the discussion prior to council’s next meeting on Dec. 13.
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Anti-mask mandate group says it will protest outside central Maine school board members’ homes
Nick Blanchard, founder of Maine Patriots With Attitude, wouldn’t say when or where these would take place.
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Hallowell approves $5,000 in TIF funds for purchase of granite sculptures, mural
The $5,000, which was set aside in the budget to help these projects come to fruition, includes $2,000 for two sculptures and $3,000 for a large mural project.
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Central Maine teachers experiencing ‘a school year like never before’
As teachers and staff struggle to resume classroom teaching, one expert says it might be time to reassess how teachers and staff are supported.
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Police halt Waterville car chase over safety concerns
Officials say they know who the suspect is and were concerned about safety during the initial pursuit.
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A Madison fabric shop in operation for more than 40 years to close at year’s end
The Fabric Garden owner Michaela “Kala” Murphy says retirement is calling, but she’ll miss helping customers with their designs and creative urges.
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Amid outbreak, Winthrop Public Schools extend Thanksgiving break
The Winthrop School Committee met Tuesday to discuss options in light of multiple COVID-19 outbreaks since the start of the academic year.