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State officials investigating fatal fire in Sumner
Firefighters from several towns had to use side-by-side utility vehicles to gain access to the property on Valley Road.
How Maine residents can get the most out of their heat pumps
Homeowners are using heat pumps to cut fossil fuel use. But proper use and weatherization are key to maximizing benefits, experts say.
Rumford-based schools superintendent to retire
After 44 years in education, Deb Alden says she will retire in July 2026.
Nezinscot Region towns support petition for withdrawal from RSU 10
It was necessary for all three towns to approve the measure in order to move on to the next step.
Here’s where to vote and what issues are on the local ballots in western Maine
In addition to state referendums, there will be additional ballot questions in communities from Rangeley to Rumford to Paris.
Advertiser Democrat reporter recognized for community journalism
Nicole Carter was honored by Maine Press Association for reporting on the topics of business/economics and courts, and for scenic photojournalism.
High schools Tuesday: Telstar girls soccer edges Buckfield
Malia Luis nets all four goals for the Rebels.
High schools Thursday: Gray-New Gloucester girls soccer tops Oxford Hills
Ashely Anderson nets both Patriots goals.
Dirigo girls soccer downs Buckfield to remain undefeated
Cougars goalie Madison Knowles earns seventh shutout, and Xandra Libby scores her first goal this season.
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New members join Paris Select Board at end of tumultuous year
Scott Buffington is a former selectman who has been critical of Paris’ budgets and finances. Rob Federico Sr. is Norway’s former police chief.
Music, lights, tours and other ho-ho-holiday happenings in Lewiston, Auburn and beyond
Here are highlights of things to do in the area in the next week.
Santa arrives on a fire truck in West Paris
Area children listened to after school Explorer’s Program Director Eileen Storck read stories then saw Santa light the Christmas tree at Town Office.
Christmas magic at historic Foss Mansion in Auburn | Sun Spots
DEAR SUN SPOTS: You are cordially invited to step back in time and experience the warmth and splendor of Christmas at the historic Foss Mansion, 19 Elm St., Auburn. Join us for an event that captures the dazzling elegance of the mansion, all while celebrating the magic of the holiday season. Enjoy finger foods, hot drinks…
More than 4 years after closing, West Paris Post Office set to open in 2026
Despite pressure from U.S. Rep. Jared Golden, the USPS has delayed the reopening of a new West Paris Post Office until ‘after the first of the year.’
Water bills are shooting up in rural Maine
Years of deferred maintenance are catching up with some small utilities, forcing them to raise rates by as much as 75%.
Norway man charged Friday in apartment fire; officials probe two others overnight
Local, state and federal investigators are searching three scenes in Norway and Paris.
Football playoffs, Thanksgiving events and Christmas prep wrap up Lewiston area Week in Photos
Sun Journal photographers select some of their favorite images from Nov. 21-27, 2025.
Norway’s Turkey Trot 4 Hope burns calories to benefit cancer patients
The eighth annual fun run and 4-mile race benefits the Cancer Resource Center of Western Maine.
Androscoggin, Franklin, Oxford counties expected to get $5 million from opioid settlement
The state anticipates getting more than $230 million through 2038 from settlements with opioid manufacturers, distributors and other sources to prevent and fight addiction.
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