Pam McKinley and Lissa Rockwood discussed care giving, dementia, and the role of palliative and hospice care in supporting families.
Fayette
Fayette board lowers mil rate, approves 2025-26 tax commitment
The Fayette Select Board voted unanimously on Sept. 30 to set the 2025-26 tax rate at $12.75 per $1,000 of valuation, reflecting increased assessments and infrastructure investments.
Fayette taking action against invasive plant threat
Town Manager Mark Robinson outlined plans to prevent swollen bladderwort from spreading in Tilton Pond.
Maine wedding caterer suddenly cancels contracts, leaving couples out of time and money
The Maine attorney general has fielded 17 complaints against Simply Catered by Bethany in the past two months.
Fayette weighs texting service, joins effort to fight invasive plants
Fayette Select Board members tabled action on a proposed universal texting service but voted to support a statewide coalition against invasive aquatic plants during their Aug. 19 meeting at Starling Hall.
Fayette panel reviews DHHS warning on Medicaid and SNAP cuts
The Fayette All-Age Friendly Committee heard from Rep. Sharon Frost of Belgrade and reviewed a DHHS report outlining major Medicaid, SNAP, and insurance changes under the new federal law.
Fayette intern uses municipal software to compile property inventory
Erin Reed presented a Fayette property inventory, compiled using TRIO municipal software, to help track housing trends and improve data access.
Fayette All Age Friendly Committee discusses holiday outreach
The Fayette All Age Friendly Committee is enhancing its Giving Tree program and planning new intergenerational holiday events for local families.
Maine lakes, ponds at risk as invasive bladderwort plant moves in
Swollen bladderwort, an invasive aquatic plant, has been confirmed in eight southern and western Maine water bodies. Officials are worried it will continue to spread.
Starling Hall upgrades move forward with restored FEMA funding
Vice Chair Mike Carlson outlines the town’s efforts to restore FEMA funding, install a generator, and ensure accessibility at Starling Hall.