Bill would fund western Maine college-prep program cut by Trump
Federal funding for the University of Maine at Farmington’s River Valley Upward Bound program was revoked last year.
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As skijoring grows in Maine, locals say it’s all about the partnership
From dog-powered trail runs to horse-drawn fairground races, skijoring is taking shape in western and central Maine as a winter sport built on preparation, shared access and control on snow.
Hiking with a dog this winter? Here’s what you need to know.
As winter continues and spring approaches, dog owners can enjoy Maine trails safely by planning ahead and following basic trail etiquette.
UMaine-Farmington men’s basketball enjoying turnaround
The Beavers are 11-3 this season with 3 players among the leaders in Division III statistical categories.
Farmington vigil mourns Minneapolis mother killed by ICE agent
More than 30 people gathered under the Meetinghouse Park gazebo to honor Renee Good, who was shot and killed Wednesday.
Meet the finalists for 2025 Gaziano football lineman awards
Winners of the awards, given annually to the top senior offensive and defensive linemen in the state, will be announced Jan. 23.
Meet 10 western Maine girls skiers to watch in 2026
The region features some of the state’s best skiers on both the Alpine and Nordic tracks.
Meet 5 western Maine girls ski teams to watch in 2026
As usual, the area boasts contenders on both the Alpine and Nordic tracks this winter.
Meet 10 western Maine boys skiers to watch in 2026
The Sun Journal coverage area is full of talented underclassmen this winter.
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Kingfield Cares working on plans for withdrawal from school district
The Kingfield Cares School Options Committee is developing a draft school withdrawal plan using Maine Department of Education guidance and plans to share it once more details are finalized.
12 ways to get the most enjoyment out of Maine this winter
Events include festivals and Maine Maple Sunday weekend.
Phillips-based schools weigh new district model as withdrawal talks continue
Superintendent Laura Columbia said withdrawal updates are moving slow while a new pre-K to grade 12 model is considered.
Wilton fills school board seat following Mayhew’s death
Angie LeClaire will be the interim RSU 9 board member until the June elections.
Mt. Abram boys basketball comes back to top Madison in OT
Down 11 at halftime, the Roadrunners battle back to earn a key MVC victory at the Augusta Civic Center.
Carrabassett Valley fire chief retiring after nearly 50 years
Carrabassett Valley Fire & Rescue honored Chief Courtney Knapp on Dec. 6 as he prepares to retire after more than three decades as fire chief.
Community involvement, seasonal events highlight year in Phillips-area schools
The MSAD 58 board reviewed enrollment, debt and facilities data as Superintendent Laura Columbia highlighted strong community involvement and upcoming events.
Jay-Wilton police committee outlines four collaboration options
A joint Jay-Wilton committee has finalized four police collaboration options and will present them to both select boards in January.
Unsolved armed robbery in Livermore Falls leaves clerk shaken
‘I haven’t been back to work. I can’t even drive to the store; it makes me cry,’ the 55-year-old local woman said.
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