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Published
September 20, 2023

Police: Waterville man hospitalized after leading officers on multicounty chase in stolen fuel truck

Paul Hatch, 37, was injured after the truck flipped onto its side on state Route 133, according to officials. He is expected to be transferred to the Kennebec County Correctional Facility in Augusta after being released from the hospital.
Published
September 11, 2023

Heat-related school closures prompt Winthrop family to donate 14 air conditioners

The donation provides each classroom at Winthrop Grade School with an air conditioner.
Published
August 18, 2023

Food banks join effort to end hunger in state by 2030

The Governor’s Office of Policy Innovation and the Future has convened a committee of 40 permanent members who will work together to implement Maine’s 'Roadmap to End Hunger by 2030.'
Published
August 15, 2023

More Eurasian milfoil found near island on Cobbossee Lake

The recent discovery comes months after Maine legislators passed a law requiring the cleaning, draining and drying of boats to curb the spread of invasive plants.
Published
August 1, 2023

Beverage makers, enthusiasts to flock to Augusta as Kennebec River Brewfest returns

The annual event, put on by the Kennebec Valley Chamber of Commerce, draws people from across Maine and New England to try out the latest from craft beverage makers from across the state.

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Published
July 31, 2023

Large areas of milfoil found in Cobbossee Lake deal latest blow in enduring battle against invasive plant

A survey team has found large infestations of Eurasian water milfoil near the Outlet Bridge in Manchester. Divers are to gauge the extent of the spread this week.
Published
June 29, 2023

Winthrop officials working on houseboat ordinance for town waters

The ordinance would prohibit houseboats from being tethered or moored overnight on the town’s water bodies to preserve water quality and aquatic life.
Published
June 22, 2023

Winthrop writer’s book of puns, poems and essays wins indie award

John Branning's anthology, 'The Best I Can Do,' was recognized recently by the largest book awards program for independent publishers.
Published
June 16, 2023

Restrictions repealed, all boaters allowed to set anchor in Winthrop waters

The Town Council has lifted a policy requiring boaters to own shorefront property in order to set anchor in town waters. A new committee has 1 year to make recommendations on how to proceed.
Published
June 1, 2023

Winthrop, Monmouth officials to negotiate details of sharing joint police chief

Monmouth Police Chief Paul Ferland, who is currently also the interim police chief in Winthrop, would hold the Winthrop position permanently if negotiations are successful.