Days after classes begin, COVID-19 cases reported at schools in central Maine

Because of the universal mask mandate at the elementary schools, close contacts who have been identified need not quarantine if they do not show symptoms of the virus, according to officials.

Soaring home sale prices prompt Augusta to ponder property revaluation

Officials warn a revaluation, in the current market, is likely to push more of the property tax burden onto residents.

As nation prepares to mark 20 years since 9/11, vivid images remain for central Mainers of the fateful day

From teachers and students to first responders, local people shared their memories of the terrorist attacks two decades later.

Pandemic once again disrupts plans for Jewish High Holy Days

Temple Beth El in Augusta will require masks inside the synagogue, but workers have erected a big tent in the yard for an outdoor service on Sept. 7.

Three Maine nursing homes announced closures this week, and more appear imminent

Staffing shortages are driving the closures, but other reasons, such as workers' reluctance to get the COVID-19 vaccine, have contributed, health officials say.

Maine organic dairy farms to lose their buyer as Horizon Organic cuts ties to Northeast producers

Last week, Horizon Organic notified Maine dairy farms that their milk contracts won't be renewed a year from now, leaving owners and state officials unsure about what's next.

Sculpture erected at Augusta’s petanque courts

It has been 10 years of steady growth for petanque — "the most interesting game no one ever heard of" — in Augusta.

Club to hold gem, mineral show in Augusta

Patient says some MaineGeneral staff threatened to not treat her for asking if they were vaccinated

MaineGeneral spokesperson Joy McKenna said nothing prohibits patients from asking about staff members' vaccination status and the hospital would not refuse treatment for such queries.

Maine Capitol Police replace former chief investigated for social media posts

The new Capitol Police chief takes over for Russell Gauvin, who was investigated for social media posts questioning the outcome of the presidential election and COVID-19 mask mandates.