The cannabis shop held a 4/20 celebration that drew large crowds who browsed vendors, tents and food while a live DJ performed under sunny skies and temperatures in the 60s.
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Posted inElections, Maine, News, Politics
Ask Graham Platner, Janet Mills a question at an upcoming debate
The Press Herald, Maine Public Television and NEWS CENTER Maine are hosting a live U.S. Senate Democratic primary debate on May 7.
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Posted inCommunity, Maine Crime, News
Maine AG rules officers justified in shooting of Franklin County man
Gabriel Wilbur was hospitalized after police shot him in the shoulder 3 times in July 2025. Officials said he was threatening to shoot a landscaper working at a Wilton home.
Posted inBusiness, Fact Brief, Maine, News
Have Maine power prices risen 55% since 2015? | Fact brief
Global conflicts, storm recovery costs, aging infrastructure and inflation have all factored into cost increases in recent years, according to federal and state agencies.
Posted inCommunity, Schools & Education, The Franklin Journal
Farmington fills empty seat on Mt. Blue school board
The Farmington Select Board appointed Christina Bobrow on April 14 to fill a one-year RSU 9 board vacancy following Lance Harvell’s resignation.
Posted inBusiness, Community, Food, Guides, News, The Rangeley Highlander
Here’s where to grab a bite in the Rangeley area this mud season
As activity slows down for mud season, many businesses close their doors for a while. Below is a list of restaurants that are open and serving meals around northern Franklin County this spring.
Posted inCommunity, News, Schools & Education, The Franklin Journal
RSU 9 targets absenteeism, behavior with classroom changes
Rising absenteeism and dysregulation are driving expanded classroom supports at Cape Cod Hill.
Posted inArts & Entertainment, Life & Culture, News, Things to Do
7 Maine events include Tig Notaro and ‘Once Upon a Mattress’
Also, see James Austin Johnson from ‘Saturday Night Live’ in Waldoboro and Bangor.
Posted inArts & Entertainment, Maine, News
Barry Manilow’s Portland concert rescheduled for July
The pop singer’s show scheduled for April 19 at Cross Insurance Arena had been postponed due to his health.
Posted inArts & Entertainment, Life & Culture, Maine, News, Things to Do
The Maine Jewish Film Festival kicks off its most ambitious lineup yet
The film festival celebrates its 27th year with a slate of films in theaters across southern and central Maine.