Sabattus-based school board moves toward restructuring schools

Officials say moving from five buildings to three will reduce current and long-term costs.

Truck carrying potatoes rolls over on Maine Turnpike in Litchfield, causing closures

Passing lanes were closed for crash cleanup at mile 94 on the turnpike, officials said.

Nearly 100 students, staff quarantined in Wales-based school district

One student each in Sabattus, Wales, Litchfield schools tests positive for COVID-19.

Wine spills when rig tips over on Maine Turnpike

A tractor-trailer driver and turnpike worker were injured when the rig hit a state vehicle in the northbound lanes.

Maine DOT shifts to virtual, on-demand meetings

The format, which has allowed the process of public information and feedback to continue while in-person meetings have been curtailed, is expected to continue as restrictions are lifted and more in-person meetings are permitted.

Central Maine restaurateurs work through uncertainty

Eleven months after the global coronavirus pandemic was declared, three restaurant owners talk about pushing past profound challenges to start or sustain their new businesses.

Photo: Moonlight walk in Litchfield

Outbreaks reported at Gray Birch Long Term Care in Augusta, Doolin’s Pub in Litchfield

MaineGeneral CEO Chuck Hayes said 250 tests have been performed on staff members and residents at Gray Birch, and visitation is now "virtual only."

Augusta man sentenced to 15 years for unlawful sexual contact with child

Mark D. Van Sickle pleaded guilty to sexually assaulting 8-year-old child in Augusta.

RSU 4 goes fully remote after COVID-19 cases

The cases are spread across various schools and cohorts.