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Published
September 13, 2023

Supporters rally for suspended Oakland town manager

The Town Council placed Ella Bowman on paid administrative leave Aug. 23, and she still does not know the details as to why, except that it was because of an employee complaint.
Published
August 30, 2023

Oakland woman pleads guilty to manslaughter in her toddler’s drug-induced death

Ashley Malloy, 22, remains out on bail and is expected to be sentenced in the coming months.
Published
August 29, 2023

Man whose body was found on Winslow riverbank was caring person who fell into addiction, father says

John Lessard Sr. said Tuesday that his son, John Lessard Jr., also was a gifted athlete and outdoors enthusiast, but one that ultimately was unable to overcome drug addiction.
Published
July 5, 2023

The Christmas Tree Shops closure news leaves customers disappointed

The Massachusetts-based discount home goods store announced last week it would shutter its operations, after initially planning to reorganize the company, and its closure in Augusta will open up more space for leasing at the Turnpike Mall on Western Avenue.
Published
June 29, 2023

Couple take on million-dollar retirement project to boost downtown Oakland

Don and Jean Ponitz are fixing up the Bank Block building on Main Street, with the hope of attracting a restaurant and other businesses to town.

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Published
May 23, 2023

Water advisory lifted as officials say public water in Waterville area safe to consume again

The Kennebec Water District had issued the advisory Monday after firefighting foam used to combat a fire at an apartment complex seeped into the public water system.
Published
May 16, 2023

As concerns continue over water quality, group launches protection plan for Messalonskee Lake

The 7 Lakes Alliance has begun a two-year project to reduce erosion along roads and homes that could ultimately lead to algae blooms in the lake.
Published
April 5, 2023

Municipal Review Committee announces new partner to restart Hampden recycling, waste-to-energy plant

Committee said Wednesday it is seeking a partnership with Innovative Resource Recovery, a special purpose entity backed by a multibillion-dollar asset management firm.
Published
February 21, 2023

Somerset County cuts 911 answering service for Kennebec County, citing staffing challenges

Kennebec County officials are now considering what steps they can take to fill the gap in emergency communications after Somerset County commissioners voted to not renew contracts with 16 communities across northern and western Kennebec County.
Published
January 24, 2023

Thomas College student who died suddenly was training to become an Oakland police officer

Family and friends of Dustin Allard said the 21-year-old was ambitious and wanted "to make a difference in the lives of others."