Aryan Rai is a reporter covering Hallowell, Winthrop, and other beats in central Maine for the Kennebec Journal. He graduated from Boston University in 2023 where he completed his master's degree in journalism, served as an editor for the Boston University News Service, interned as a statehouse correspondent for the Daily Hampshire Gazette and worked general assignments for the Boston Guardian. A native of India, Aryan now lives in Augusta.
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PublishedFebruary 11, 2024
Monmouth mulls limiting access to town beach for nonresidents, nontaxpayers
The proposed town beach ordinance, the details of which are not yet finalized, will bar nonresidents and nontaxpayers from going to the beach unless they purchase a daily or weekly beach pass from the town office.
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PublishedFebruary 9, 2024
Man sought in Waterville murder in December returns to Maine
Spridal Hubiak, 20, who was wanted on a charge of murder in connection with the December killing of Angela Bragg in Waterville, was arraigned Friday at the Capital Judicial Center in Augusta after being extradited from Arkansas, where he was injured while being captured on New Year’s Eve.
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PublishedFebruary 2, 2024
More refugees, asylum seekers are arriving in central Maine in search of a better life
Officials say soaring rents and limited availability of housing units in Portland, Lewiston, and other big cities is driving more refugees and asylum seekers to central Maine neighborhoods like Augusta and Waterville.
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PublishedJanuary 30, 2024
Readfield man who said God asked him to burn down home arrested for arson
Joseph McLaughlin, 38, was charged with arson and aggravated cruelty to animals, after he allegedly set three structures on fire and locked his dog in one of them.
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PublishedJanuary 29, 2024
Composting company now collects food scraps from customers in central Maine
ScrapDogs Community Compost is the first service of its kind in Hallowell. In Waterville, it is bringing back a convenience that went away when a similar company stopped serving the area.
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PublishedJanuary 22, 2024
Hallowell businesses still reeling from historic Kennebec River flooding
Some shops are hoping to reopen by early February. Meanwhile, local organizations are collaborating to assist with recovery efforts and prepare for future disasters.
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PublishedJanuary 17, 2024
Police: Fire at Readfield home, barn and camper was set intentionally
The blaze was reported around 8 a.m. Wednesday on Cherrywood Lane. Police have not arrested anyone in connection with the incident.
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PublishedDecember 20, 2023
Augusta, Hallowell businesses tallying losses as floodwaters recede
Historic flooding has delivered a blow to downtown Augusta and Hallowell businesses during one of the busiest times of year.
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PublishedDecember 12, 2023
Hallowell councilors give initial approval to flavored tobacco ban
A public hearing on the proposal is to be held Jan. 8. Councilors also set June 11 as the date for a special election to fill a vacant City Council seat.
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PublishedNovember 30, 2023
Watch: Longtime creative director of Kennebec Performing Arts Company retiring after 43-year career
In the auditorium at Winthrop High School, Charles Milazzo oversaw his last rehearsal this week as the 84-year-old readied for a farewell performance this weekend.
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