Local & State

Local church holding Christmas eve service at Augusta Civic Center

Kennebec Community Church officials expect more than 2,000 people to attend one of two services at the civic center Saturday.

News

Fairfield charts its economic future with eyes towards downtown

Despite numerous storefront vacancies in the downtown area, those directly involved with its redevelopment see a bright future for the town.

Politics

LePage administration says it has state-owned site in Bangor for new psych unit

After lawmakers blocked building it at an Augusta location, the Department of Health and Human Services has picked an alternative site near the Dorothea Dix Psychiatric Center.

Local & State

Fairfield crash involving students sends five to hospital

The crash occurred around 2:30 p.m. Friday on Route 201, which is also known as Skowhegan Road.

Local & State

Augusta, Randolph men do push-ups for pets at P.A.L.S. in Winthrop

The unusual fundraiser was a way for the men to help the no-kill cat shelter and they hope it inspires others to help too.

News

China Planning Board to take second look at plan to convert barn to wedding venue

The controversial proposal for a barn at 701 Neck Road would allow the space to be used for events like weddings, which has drawn noise concerns from neighbors.

News

‘We don’t believe you’: Victim’s family denounces driver accused in Casco hit-and-run

Speaking through a law firm representing the family of Lorna Nugent, the family takes aim at statements by the family of Jeffrey E. Smith Jr., the accused driver.

Arts & Entertainment

Maine College of Art wins grant to upgrade crafts programs

Seven Maine artists also are recognized with individual fellowships, and dozens of other grants are announced.

Lifestyle

Quiz: How well do you weather Maine’s winter?

Lifestyle

Brrrring it on: Here’s how to take the winter season by storm