Central Maine fires draw crews from across the region

A small fire in an apartment, a brush fire and a vehicle fire that spread to a garage kept fire crews hopping Friday afternoon and evening.

Farmington Scout leader honored at Klondike Derby

Smithfield man hospitalized after car collides with railroad machinery in Belgrade

William Bockman, 83, suffered injuries not believed to be life-threatening early Thursday when his car collided with a railroad tamper on Route 27, according to officials.

Scout leaders attend outdoor training in Belgrade

Belgrade camp hosts Lego Pinewood Derby

Deputy: Oakland boy, 16, dies in Belgrade ATV crash

The boy, who was not wearing a helmet, failed to negotiate a turn from Manchester Road onto Wings Mills Road, according to the Kennebec County Sheriff's Office.

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.

Health, safety violations found at public pool in Belgrade expected to cost town $5,000

The town must fund the needed repairs, but will not be fined for the violations because its recreation director voluntarily called for a state inspection after identifying unsafe conditions.

Proceeds of Belgrade camp sale must go toward central Maine Scouting and not paying down debt, court rules

The recent court ruling, which the Pine Tree Council says it will appeal to the state Supreme Judicial Court, comes following two years of dispute over the fate of the landmark camping area that's hosted Boy Scouts for more than 75 years.

Temple man charged in connection to theft of $21,000 in building supplies in Franklin, Kennebec counties

Joshua R.M. Hine, 29, is accused of stealing the supplies from Hammond Lumber in Belgrade and Jordan Lumber in Kingfield. All materials were returned to businesses.