Dallas’ franchise player from Newport had done nothing but win throughout his journey to the NBA. Now he’s having to adjust on the sport’s biggest stage.
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Posted inLocal & State, News, Schools & Education, The Franklin Journal
Mt. Blue board hears public support for principal criticized over ICE costume
Residents delivered sharply conflicting testimony after a photo of Mt. Blue Middle School Principal James Black dressed as an ICE agent for Halloween ignited community controversy.
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Feds declare Maine’s drought a natural disaster, unlocking relief for farmers
Maine farms can now apply for emergency loans from the USDA to cover costs of replacing property, equipment and livestock or to pay essential expenses.
Posted inBusiness, Local & State, Local News, Rumford Falls Times
Rumford plaza sold to New Jersey firm for $650,000
Work got underway last week to clean up the property of overgrowth and potholes, the new owner said.
Posted inFootball, Sports, Varsity Maine
Winthrop football fights its way from perennial contender to state champion
After coming close several times, the Ramblers land their first state championship in 25 years.
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Six Paris candidates square off in Dec. 2 special election
After two resignations, Paris’ select board was left with the minimum needed for a quorum to conduct business. A special election to fill out the five-member panel will be held Tuesday at Paris Town Office, 4-8 p.m.
Posted inBusiness, Food, Local News, Rumford Falls Times
Hotel Rumford restaurant scores under new ownership
The current incarnation of the hotel opened this fall and plays up the Sunday night football crowd.
Posted inFootball, Sports, Varsity Maine
In magical season, Westbrook football completed the ultimate story
The Blue Blazes started the season as a feel-good story. By winning the Class B state championship, they became much more.
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Rain, but not much snow, on tap for Thanksgiving week in Maine
A system that’s expected to bring a few inches of snow to the Midwest could cause flight delays, and Portland jetport officials remind Mainers to plan ahead in anticipation of the busy travel period.
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After recent teen suicides, Oxford Hills puts new emphasis on prevention
A recently planted ‘yellow tulip project’ garden and an upcoming free educational dinner and workshop are just two ways community stakeholders have partnered to support at risk youth, family and friends.