Neighbors appeal Planning Board’s approval of plan to convert former Gardiner health care facility into apartments

The board approved the proposal in August. Neighbors have opposed the project from the outset.

Fire at vacant Gardiner house closes Water Street for several hours

No one was injured by the fire Sunday at 494 Water St.

Johnson Hall co-founder says renovation of Gardiner theater is ‘beyond our expectation’

Four decades after Denise and Benny Reehl formed a group to buy Johnson Hall, renovations to the historic opera house are nearing completion. To meet the requirements of the tax credit program funding part of the work, the building must be safe for occupancy by Dec. 31.

Strange brews, games, provide break from beer at Swine & Stein

Mead, kombucha, cider, wine, join beer at annual festival.

Maine Craft Weekend to shine light on state’s artists and makers

Gardiner is one of six featured communities this weekend where makers of all kinds are to showcase their work, give demonstrations and connect with people.

Swine & Stein Brewfest returns to Gardiner’s Water Street with new fermentory drinks

Craft beverages, food and games are expected to take over Water Street for the annual Oktoberfest-style event that draws hundreds of people from across Maine and beyond to downtown Gardiner.

Great Race to return to central Maine, choosing Gardiner as its finish line

Six years after the rally-style endurance race last motored through central Maine, organizers of the vintage car trek are planning to finish the June 2024 multi-state race with three days in the state, ending in Gardiner.

Toddler killed after being struck by tow truck in Chelsea

The fatal crash happened Wednesday around 2:30 p.m. on Windsor Road.

Southern New Hampshire University names local dean’s list students

Central Maine likely to experience flash floods, power outages from Hurricane Lee

Four and a half months after heavy rain and flooding damaged infrastructure throughout central Maine, emergency managers are urging communities to prepare for wind and rain.