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Maine heating oil prices up to highest point in years

The head of Maine’s Department of Energy Resources called the recent spike ‘historic’ as average costs exceed $5 per gallon.

Maine’s Working Internet ASAP program is using satellite service to connect rural homes while long-term fiber expansion continues.

The German supermarket chain’s latest location is a former Big Lots store on Brighton Avenue.

Longtime tradition set for June 27, with new attractions led by local volunteer Jeff Holley.

A 2-year study tracked the toxic reach of forever chemicals from a 51,000-gallon spill of firefighting foam in 2024.

Tellers in Bethel say customers are coached by scammers, while a Rumford woman’s loss highlights how quickly fraud can unfold.

The Buzz: Work is underway at 1675 Lisbon St. to build up to 450 self-serve storage units.

The decision could shape whether a major redevelopment project moves forward in a region still recovering from the loss of its paper industry.

Demolition is expected to start in April at 633 Wilton Road and be completed by the end of the year.

Central and western Maine generally pay a slightly higher price for fuel.