Augusta Events

Truly a gem in Central Maine, The Kennebec River Rail Trail was once a rail line from Portland to Augusta. Today, it is an easy 6.5 mile recreational trail that runs from Augusta to Gardiner. It’s a flat and fast course which makes it a perfect half marathon for first timers Sunday, June 25th marks the 9th anniversary of the KRRT Half Marathon, Half Marathon Relay & 5K race, a fundraising even

After a few weeks of gas prices inching upward, we noticed a drop this week for a gallon of gas; both nationally and in Central Maine. According to the price monitoring site Gas Buddy, the average price for a gallon of gas in Maine this week is $2...

You know it's feeling like summertime when it is time to announce our Wednesday Night Waterfront Concert Series. Once again, Townsquare Media Augusta/Waterville has teamed up with the city of Augusta to bring you the best in local entertainment to Waterfont Park in downtown Augusta...

The Red Barn Restaurant in Augusta is well known as one of the best places around to get delicious fried chicken, seafood and lobster stew. But the food is secondary to what they have done for our community with friends and neighbors benefiting from their tireless efforts to raise money for people in need...

Memorial Day is this Monday, May 29th.  This is the day we pay respect and remember those who died in active military service.  If you are looking for a parade to attend, here are some taking place in Central Maine...

This weekend will kick off yard sale season.  Everyone is out looking for deals.  One man's junk is another man's treasure (sometimes).  But there are a lot of things that come to mind when I think about going to garage sales.  So, take some of these etiquette rules into consideration...

Our Food Truck Festival is scheduled for this Saturday, and we can't wait. The weather is looking outstanding! This weekend COULD be your summer preview, and we've brought the food and music for the occasion. While you might be on a diet, we think you can spurge a little for The Maine Tater. Life's about balance, right? Tater's Maine hand cut fries are worth whatever exercise you make up for later

The Food Truck Festival comes to the Gardiner Waterfront on May 20th and it is going to a day of food, music, beverages and fun!

If you recognize this person, the Augusta Police Department is looking to identify him in a shoplifting incident at Hannaford on Cony Street.  

Score one for the good guys! According to the Augusta Police Department Facebook page, a bald eagle was found on Allen Street and was unable to fly. We love happy endings and great job to all involved.  

Circa 1885, Augusta's newest wine and tapas bar, is set to open in July in downtown Augusta. They will be located at 228 Water Street in the former Charlamagne's restaurant space.  According to their facebook page, Circa posted: We are excited to be opening in July 2017 as an opulent, inviting bar featuring wine, classic cocktails and regional beers...

For the second week in a row, gas prices have dropped both in Maine and nationally. According to the price monitoring site Gas Buddy, the average price for a gallon of gas in Maine is $2.337, which is down over three cents from last weeks average price of $2...

Friday, May 5th is Cinco De Mayo and is widely known as a celebration of Mexican-American culture filled with margaritas, tacos and tons of fun. You don't have to be Mexican to celebrate Cinco De Mayo, and you certainly don't have to be Mexican to enjoy the great food and drink from Mexico...

Color Dash is back for 2017!  The Kennebec Valley Chamber of Commerce and the Augusta Downtown Alliance are teaming up to bring the Color Dash back on June 3rd.  Not only is it a ton of colorful fun, but 50% of the profit from every Color Dash ticket goes back into the community for Kennebec Valley Chamber & Augusta Downtown Alliance. Oh, and did I mention it is just a whole lot of FUN!  Read

The Salvation Army is collecting non-perishable food items for local families. Many families have a hard time providing meals for their children in the summer months. Here is how you can help out.

Every two seconds, someone's identity is stolen. But there are ways and steps to protect yourself. If you have old documents or boxes of papers laying around that have your personal information such as social security numbers, drivers licence numbers, etc,  the best and safest way to dispose of these documents is by shredding them...