Heat gun that was left on cited as source of fire at Gifford’s ice cream in Skowhegan

The heat gun was left atop a pallet of combustible materials inside a walk-in freezer, leading to the fire Thursday that damaged offices and a production area at Gifford's Famous Ice Cream, according to Skowhegan fire Chief Ronnie Rodriguez.

Fire damages Gifford’s ice cream production facility in Skowhegan

A company official said the fire began Thursday morning in a processing area where milk and cream are mixed for the company's well-known ice cream.

Educational center to offer college planning sessions in February, March

Educational center to offer college planning sessions in February

Skowhegan library to host lecture about Afghan migration Jan. 20

Program part of the library’s Leeke-Shaw Lecture on International Affairs.

Skowhegan police continue to investigate drug case

Five people were arrested and more than $9,000 worth of illegal drugs seized Friday in Skowhegan, according to police.

New Balance plans $65 million expansion of manufacturing facility in Skowhegan

A company executive told selectmen Tuesday that the footwear company now employs 250 people in Skowhegan and the expansion would add another 200 positions.

Skowhegan man identified as driver arrested after driving onto tarmac at Augusta State Airport

Corey Adams, 28, was arrested Tuesday and is being held without bail at the Kennebec County Correctional Facility in Augusta.

Worried about porch pirates this holiday season? Skowhegan police have a solution

As a way to ensure holiday packages are not stolen from porches or steps, Skowhegan residents can have their packages sent to the police station instead of their homes, and then pick them up within three days, according to police Chief David Bucknam.

Skowhegan Woman’s Club celebrates 140th anniversary