UMaine at Augusta recognizes full-time dean’s list students

Protests take aim at Hallowell’s state Rep. Charlotte Warren after social media post

A comment on the now-deleted Facebook page of Rep. Charlotte Warren, suggesting that straight, white men are too emotional to be in politics, has sparked protests, but some fellow legislators are defending her free speech rights.

Prosecutor says texts show former China man repeatedly sought sexually explicit images

Defense attorneys argue that emoji, in text messages between Jared Jandreau and Jessica Cox, that were not preserved by state computer crimes experts mean the intent of the texters can't be fully determined.

Fort’s bicentennial lecture series continues with archaeologist

The lecture is about early trading posts in central Maine along the Kennebec River; a meet and greet is set for July 24.

Cony Middle School announces honor students

Wildlife habitat program to host tree, plant ID workshop

Maine State Library reopens in temporary quarters in Augusta

The smaller space means computer usage requires a reservation, and a majority of the library's collection is stored offsite but can be retrieved and made available at the new 242 State St. location.

Gardiner Public Library follows growing trend in suspending late fees for books

The move comes as more public libraries across central Maine and the country recognize that imposing late fees is an equity issue.

State library reopens at temporary location

Emergence of browntail moths across central Maine shows growing scope of outbreak

While the moths do not pose the same risk as the caterpillars, with their toxic, rash-causing hairs, the moths clearly illustrate the spread of the invasive species into central Maine.