Focus on safety, not writing tickets, advises Maine panel on law enforcement during pandemic

The Criminal Justice Commission on Mitigation of Pandemic Impact has issued a series of recommendations aimed at reducing the overload on the state's court system.

Michael Frett: ‘I wish Dr. King’s dream were today’s reality, but sadly, it’s not’

The Hallowell city councilor says he looks around and sees "that today's inequities are based not solely on the color of one's skin, but are steeped in regionalism, culture, sexual orientation, political affiliation and economic status, to name a few."

Kennebec River floods banks following Christmas storm

Augusta, Hallowell, Gardiner, see waters rise due to rain, melting snow following storm.

Not so treacherous Christmas storm hits central Maine

Rain and gusting winds began Christmas Eve and continue through Christmas Day.

The show must go on: Central Maine drama clubs stage productions virtually

High school theater programs are still performing, but the coronavirus pandemic has forced different creativity and new approaches.

Hallowell’s Boynton’s Market closes after 84 years, reemerges as Ciccarelli’s Market, Deli & Gelato

Don and Ruth LaChance have sold the store at 153 Water St. to Michelangelo and Elizabeth Ciccarelli of Farmingdale. Under the new ownership, the store is now Ciccarelli's Market, Deli & Gelato.

Gardiner man angrily rejects city plan to boost mask wearing

Curtis Ayotte says he will not comply with mask-wearing regulations; Gardiner officials convene task force to make recommendations to City Council.

Free art class offered in temporary park in downtown Hallowell

Hallowell officials mull rules for short-term rentals

A draft ordinance got the first of three readings on Monday, but some clarity on required fire safety measures are still needed from state officials.

Rare blue lobster arrives at Hallowell Seafood & Produce

The likelihood of catching a blue lobster is one in 2 million, according to the University of Maine Lobster Institute.