Great Falls Forum: 175 years of recorded history through journalism

The first edition of the Lewiston Falls Journal was published 175 years ago. A Great Falls Forum on Thursday touched on a few highlights of history recorded by the press since then.

Vandals cut down state kiosk at Rangeley Lake overlook

The sign was part of the Shelton Noyes Overlook on state Route 17 and part of national scenic byway.

Oxford County approves new contract with detectives union

The contract with the Criminal Investigative Division will be in effect for three years.

Oxford residents to vote on new town office June 4

Information on the warrant and budget should posted on the website and Facebook pages by Monday.

Froma Harrop: Two centuries are at war in Ukraine

Russian President Vladimir Putin is clearly out of his mind. Only a deranged and isolated leader stuck in a 20th century time warp would launch an unprovoked and barbaric attack against a people he says are the same as his own — and say he is saving them from Nazis.

Fairfield and Unity residents express concerns over scope of ‘forever chemicals’ contamination at town halls with Erin Brockovich

At two weekend town halls to discuss 'forever chemical' contamination with consumer advocate Erin Brockovich, Fairfield and Unity residents expressed concerns about the scope of the contamination — if they should be worried about their kids, their food and their health.

New Ventures Maine offers tuition-free online workshops for June

Man stabbed during fight in Mechanic Falls

Unidentified victim, who was stabbed at least once in the chest during a fight and was taken to a hospital, according to early reports.