Emily Duggan is a staff writer for the Kennebec Journal. She graduated with a degree in journalism from the University of New Hampshire, where she was a news editor and staff writer for The New Hampshire. Before working at the Kennebec Journal, she interned at the Portland Press Herald and freelanced for the Granite State News Collaborative. A Portland native, Emily loves exploring the city, reading, and playing with her two cats.
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PublishedAugust 11, 2023
Hallowell man who died kayaking remembered for his kindness, faith and love of the outdoors
Martin Spahn’s body was recovered Aug. 7 in New Brunswick after he was reported missing on Sunday.
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PublishedAugust 6, 2023
Kennebec River Brewfest in Augusta draws hundreds of attendees and even more beverage samples
About 30 vendors from across Maine — 10 more than last year — featured beer, wine, seltzer, cider, mead and cannabis at Mill Park.
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PublishedAugust 4, 2023
Following clash over flags, Gardiner high schoolers must receive approval before displaying them
Officials decided not to extend a temporary rule imposed in June only allowing the display of the American flag.
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PublishedAugust 3, 2023
Monmouth Academy groundskeeper charged with sex crimes involving teenage student
Randall J. LaRochelle, 39, was arrested for incidents that allegedly took place at his Belgrade home.
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PublishedJuly 20, 2023
Popular Augusta restaurant closes temporarily after officials find health, safety violations
The 99 Restaurant at 281 Civic Center Drive closed Thursday because of a leaking sprinkler system, wastewater found in the basement and other issues.
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PublishedJuly 9, 2023
Dresden Summerfest still going strong after 23 years — even in the rain
The annual festival seeks to bring the community together through music, games and history.
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PublishedJuly 4, 2023
Reenactment draws hundreds to Augusta’s Old Fort Western
The Declaration of Independence is read and cannons are fired at the fort, which dates to 1754.
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PublishedJuly 1, 2023
Failed ex-UMA president, still unemployed a year later, set to receive nearly $20,000 monthly from UMaine System
Michael Laliberte’s settlement from the University of Maine System requires him to provide detailed reports on his attempts to find a new job in education in order to receive the payouts.
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PublishedJune 16, 2023
After flag dispute, Gardiner-area school board to craft permanent policy
Maine School Administrative District 11 board of directors to discuss possible policy options at the regular business meeting Aug. 3 and invites the community for discussion.
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PublishedJune 13, 2023
Richmond School Department strengthens high school graduation requirements
Officials have upped the minimum required credit-equivalents from 15 to 21 in the district’s first major policy shift away from Regional School Unit 2.
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