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Coffee in hand, Augusta? We've got the latest town updates for you. Keep reading to stay in the loop. ☕️️

In today's newsletter:

  • How Cony's dominant Augusta win set up a huge showdown next week
  • How to tell if that election website is really from Maine.
  • MaineCare clients get extra time as two providers lose billing rights.

Also on today's calendar: SACSC: Celebrity Dinner and 9 more events.

Today's riddle: Riddle: David's parents have three sons: Snap, Crackle, and what's the name of the third son? 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

  • Saturday: A couple of afternoon showers, with a high of 67 and low of 53 degrees.
  • Sunday: Rain; breezy in the morning, temps: high: 61, low: 53.
  • Monday: Periods of rain, with a high of 56 and low of 53 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

• Cony football thumps Messalonskee, keeps perfect record intact (centralmaine.com) — Augusta football fans saw Cony stay perfect with a dominant 41-14 home win over Messalonskee at Fuller Field, showcasing a balanced offense and tough line play. Sophomore standout Davis Noyes scored rushing, receiving, and passing touchdowns, while the Rams' defense stifled the Eagles' ground game to set up a major showdown for first place against Lawrence next week.
   

• Secretary of State warns of misleading election information websites, online information (maine.gov) — From Augusta's Secretary of State is urging residents to rely on official .gov websites like maine.gov/vote for voter registration and election details, warning that lookalike private sites may harvest personal data or spread misinformation. She also asks people in Augusta and statewide to be skeptical of social media election posts and to help reduce anxiety by sharing only vetted, accurate information ahead of November's vote.
   

• Two care providers to lose MaineCare billing privileges next month (wgme.com) — From Augusta, state health officials say two Portland-area care agencies will lose their MaineCare billing privileges next month after license denials, but have extended the cutoff to October 13 so clients can transfer safely. The decision follows serious safety concerns, including an unattended medically fragile resident in Saco and a client found alone in a Falmouth road, and is contingent on both providers helping members move.
   

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💬 Chatter

What your neighbors are talking about on social media

  • This is a timed 5k run, walk and silent auction.
    Race along the Kennebec Rail Trail from Augusta to Hallowell and return. Cash prizes. Award ceremony. Register at www.freemefromlungcancer.org … (Nextdoor S Belfast Ave)
  • Transforming clutter into calm is what we do best!
    Check out this incredible before and after kitchen transformation. What area of your home needs a reset? Contact me today for a free consultation. (Nextdoor Riverview)
  • IHOP posted a job opening for Cook in Augusta. Apply here.
  • McDonald's posted a job opening for Shift Leaders for All Day Parts (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner) in Augusta. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Augusta here.

🗞 Nearby News

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Winthrop

  • High schools Thursday: Winthrop football cruises past Poland (centralmaine.com)

Waterville

  • Augusta woman arrested in connection with crash that killed two MaineDOT workers (foxbangor.com)

Ok Augusta! So now you're in the loop about what's happening today. Thanks for reading, and see you in your inbox next time! Oh -- and if you like what you're reading, invite a friend to Patch AM!

-- The Patch AM Team

P.S. The answer to today's riddle: David (Thank you Thomas F. for sending it in!)
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