Oct. 21, 1947: Strong wind fans the flames of fires already burning for three days on Mount Desert Island, boosting the area burned from about 169 acres to more than 2,000. On the afternoon of the next day, the wind changes and pushes the fire directly toward Bar Harbor. It travels 6 miles in less […]
2020
RSU 73 approves van purchase for adult ed, increases sub pay
Substitute pay rates have increased in RSU 73 until at least the end of the year due to COVID-19.
Governor Mills casts her vote
“I voted for change, I voted for a return to civility, decency in the American government and in American politics,” Gov. Mills said after casting her absentee ballot.
Sports on TV: Wednesday, October 21, 2020
Wednesday, October 21 (All times Eastern) Schedule subject to change and/or blackouts COLLEGE VOLLEYBALL (WOMEN’S) 7 p.m. ESPNU — Mississippi State at Louisiana State 8 p.m. SECN — Florida at Auburn KBO BASEBALL 5:25 a.m. ESPN2 — Samsung at KT MLB BASEBALL 8 p.m. FOX — World Series: Tampa Bay vs. LA Dodgers, Game 2, […]
Obituary: Sally Timberlake Powell
TURNER – Sally Timberlake Powell passed away on Oct. 16, 2020 at her home. She was born on August 6, 1952 …
Obituary: Suzanne Terese Bonenfant Labbe
AUBURN – It is with sad hearts we announce the passing of Suzanne Terese Bonenfant Labbe, 53, of Auburn. She passed …
Obituary: Irene A. Andrews
AUBURN – Irene A. Andrews, 95, of Lewiston, died Thursday, Oct. 15, 2020, at Androscoggin Hospice House surrounded by her family. …
Obituary: Clayton G. Hiltz
FARMINGTON – Clayton G. Hiltz, “Harley”, 74, a resident of Jay, passed away, Tuesday, Oct. 20, 2020 at Franklin Memorial Hospital …
Obituary: Rita M. Mynahan
LEWISTON – Rita M. Mynahan, 94, formerly of 72 Tampa Street and the St. Mary’s Residence, passed away on Wednesday, Oct. …
Laura McCann Tripp: Child seeks food pantry donations
Liliana Tripp is a first grade home schooler. As part of a community lesson, she will be collecting cans and non-perishables for the Oxford Helping Hands Food Pantry. She will be asking neighbors in her area during the week of Oct. 26-30. There will also be a container outside her house at 64 Rabbit Valley […]