Maine Women’s Hall of Fame accepting nominations for 2023 honorees

Chipotle broke law when it closed Augusta restaurant where workers were unionizing, complaint alleges

The National Labor Relations Board said in a complaint late Thursday the company should reopen its Augusta location and offer jobs back to former employees who worked there.

United Way of Kennebec Valley to line up giving with community Impact2032 goals

Impact2032 is to shape the United Way of Kennebec Valley's community investment grant decisions that are to be made once this year's fundraising campaign, with a $2 million goal, is completed.

Augusta overnight shelter nears opening

Officials say the new shelter, at South Parish Congregational Church, will provide a safe, low-barrier space for unhoused people to spend winter nights.

Volunteer Maine seeks grant applications for public health competition

Interested agencies are encouraged to attend a virtual information session from 9 to 11:30 a.m. Tuesday, Nov. 1.

AmeriCorps grants applications available

Maine National Guard Black Hawk helicopter unit will be deployed overseas

Thirty-six soldiers will be deployed in February, most likely to the Middle East, to support U.S. Central Command operations.

In final tribute, Travis Roy Foundation to honor founder’s legacy

The foundation named for the Augusta native, hockey star and advocate for people with spinal cord injuries is ending its run by making two donations totaling $4 million.

Halloween events serve up spooky fun across central Maine

Costumes and candy ruled Sunday at the Litchfield Fairgrounds for the Regional School Unit 4 PTA Trunk or Treat, an annual event celebrating Halloween, and one of dozens of events and displays scheduled between now and the end of October.

Postal Service staffing shortages prompting alarming delays for central Mainers

Across the region, businesses and residents are complaining that spotty mail delivery is delaying checks, bills and medications, but with about 100 vacancies for Postal Service workers in Maine and a low unemployment rate, it's not clear service will improve any time soon.