Kennebec Valley
Dispatches and regional reporting from Kennebec Valley and the surrounding Kennebec Valley area.
Maine's Housing Shortage Looks Different Depending on Which Maine You Live In
Lewiston and other mid-sized cities are seeing rising demand and limited new construction, while some rural towns struggle with aging, hard-to-finance housing stock.
Jul 30, 2026
Enrollment Shifts Are Reshaping School Budgets Across the Kennebec Valley
Waterville-area schools are adjusting staffing and programming as enrollment patterns shift, with some grades growing while others shrink.
Jul 27, 2026
Small Businesses Anchor a Quiet Main Street Revival in Waterville
A wave of small business openings is reshaping downtown Waterville, aided by targeted redevelopment investment over the past several years.
Jul 23, 2026
Lawmakers Revisit School Funding Formula Amid Rural-Urban Divide
A legislative committee is reexamining how state education dollars are distributed, as rural districts argue the current formula underfunds small schools.
Jul 18, 2026
Manufacturers Turn to Automation, But Say It Won't Replace Workers
Maine manufacturers are adopting automation technology to address labor shortages, while insisting the goal is to support workers rather than eliminate jobs.
Jul 16, 2026
Lewiston's Bakeries Reflect a Community Shaped by Generations of Newcomers
A new wave of bakeries and small food businesses in Lewiston reflects the city's long history as a landing point for immigrant communities.
Jul 7, 2026
Rural Wellness Clinics Fill a Gap Between Healthcare and Fitness in Central Maine
A new wave of wellness clinics near Augusta is combining physical therapy, fitness coaching and preventive care for rural clients with limited nearby options.
Jul 6, 2026
Youth Basketball Participation Surges Across the Lewiston-Auburn Area
Local youth basketball leagues in Lewiston and Auburn have seen participation grow significantly, prompting expanded practice scheduling and facility use.
Jul 2, 2026
State Sanitation Inspections Push Waterville Nail Salons to Raise Standards
Increased state inspection frequency has prompted several Waterville-area nail salons to invest in updated sanitation equipment and staff training.
Jun 29, 2026
A Small Waterville Film Festival Builds a Loyal Following Over a Decade
An independent film festival in Waterville has grown steadily since its founding, drawing filmmakers and audiences from across central Maine.
Jun 8, 2026