Fifty school districts have already assumed control of preschool and pre-K special education from the state and many more will follow suit in the fall. Although challenges persist, district leaders say the shift has benefited students.
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Fryeburg Fair rethinks its schedule after rift last year between local ag fairs
The decision to start a day early in 2025 meant it coincided with the final day of the Cumberland Fair, creating tension between the events’ organizers.
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Recordings of Oxford County commissioners meetings now available online
Chairperson Lisa Keim, of Dixfield, had pushed to find a way to get the meetings published to provide transparency.
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Falmouth sweeps truncated Class A Alpine skiing championship
The girls win their fourth straight state title, while the boys prevail for the third year in a row.
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Bethel exhibit features Western Maine Olympians
Skiers and snowboarders from Oxford County are highlighted in the Bethel Historical Society display.
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Maine set for another snowy weekend
Most of the state will likely receive at least 3 inches of snow Friday night into Saturday, according to the National Weather Service, while there is a chance of a lighter snow Sunday evening.
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First place in final Varsity Maine girls hockey poll goes to the champs
Yarmouth/Freeport finishes atop rankings after beating the best.
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Varsity Maine girls hockey poll dominated by regional finalists
The Edward Little co-op again tops the rankings.
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Lewiston area rallies, sports, outdoor recreations, fundraising focus of week in photos
Sun Journal photographers select some of their favorite images from Jan. 30-Feb. 5, 2026.
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Varsity Maine girls hockey poll features a new team
The Gorham co-op gives the rankings a new look.