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5 don’t-miss exhibits as Maine’s busy fair season ramps up

Historic villages, a ‘Charlotte’s Web’ recreation, and a real rodeo are just some of the many highlights at the state’s agricultural fairs this year.

The previous record temperature for June 24 in Augusta was 93 degrees, but that record appeared to be broken before 1 p.m. Tuesday.

We’ve finally traded snow boots for hiking boots, so it’s time to discover great hikes in every corner of Maine.

The taxpayer-funded portion of the budget will jump by about 13.5%, on the heels of a nearly 30% increase last year.

The budget now goes to county commissioners for final approval.

Cal Jason Sawyer, 41, of Waterville, died Saturday from a medical issue.

The requested funding would pay for additional corrections officers and an additional deputy and is expected to lower overtime costs.

MD3 was launched in December 2023 with American Rescue Plan Act funds — a choice that could spell the end of the program during this budget cycle.

The county budget committee begins deliberations Wednesday at 6 p.m. at 125 State St. in Augusta.

‘Down here in Kennebec County, I’m afraid our years are probably up,’ said Ernest Rice, longtime president of the Belgrade snowmobile club.