Mobile kitchen to save Franklin County thousands when grease traps replaced
The mobile kitchen idea will allow the county to keep the inmates at the Farmington jail and not board them out.
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French Falls trailhead shows quiet winter beauty in Jay
Fresh snow and clear skies frame the French Falls River Walk trailhead, highlighting the peaceful character of the popular Jay recreation site during winter.
Do you cribbage? How about bingo? Well, you can join a growing crowd drawn to these popular games.
We’ve put together a roundup of recurring bingo and cribbage games across the Jay, Livermore Falls, Farmington and Rangeley region.
Livermore Falls board gets public input before vote on retail cannabis moratorium
Select Board members reviewed the updated proposal, saying existing businesses will not be affected by a moratorium.
Poppy’s Redemption begins construction on new site in Livermore
Poppy’s has started building a new redemption center at 1885 Federal Road in Livermore following its relocation from Jay.
How to play it safe on snow days in Maine
With snowstorms expected to bring school closures, families can make the most of a snow day by knowing how to build better snowballs and snowmen, choosing the right sleds, and dressing properly for cold conditions.
Spruce Mountain boys basketball downs Mt. Abram in regular-season finale
The Phoenix outscore the Roadrunners 25-13 in the fourth quarter of a battle of No. 1 seeds.
Jay, Wilton police ‘just trying to survive’ as options for collaboration are mulled
With pros and cons to each option, the towns’ police chiefs say keeping local authority was a priority for the committee studying the issue.
Budget planning begins as Spruce Mountain school district reviews bleachers, technology
The facilities director told the RSU 73 board that the new bleachers have arrived at Spruce Mountain High School and will be installed soon.
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County to discuss future of $4.5 million Auburn property bought for Sheriff’s Office
The county purchased the former Evergreen Subaru dealership at 774 Center St. in February 2022 using federal funds.
Livermore Falls lawyer to review cannabis moratorium with ‘fine-tooth comb’
The Select Board voted Jan. 20 to have language in the proposed 180-day moratorium on new retail medical marijuana businesses reviewed.
Farmington-based schools face special education budget pressures
The Regional School Unit 9 board of directors received updates from the superintendent during its Jan. 13 meeting.
Brad Wight’s game cooler in Newry fills important role in disappearing niche
From hunters to highway kills, one western Maine man keeps game from going to waste.
Community-focused gym in Livermore Falls serves ‘the people, not the program’
After more than 30 years in the fitness industry, Betsy Mancine has built Renovation Training Company into a coach-led, community-centered strength gym.
Livermore Falls weighs possible moratorium on cannabis businesses
At its Jan. 6 meeting, the Select Board said current fees will stay the same while it reviews the cannabis ordinance.
Yeti-themed Noon Year’s Eve party welcomes readers at Livermore Falls library
Treat Memorial Library marked the new year early with a family-friendly Noon Year’s Eve celebration featuring stories, crafts, games and a festive yeti theme.
Some Mainers are rethinking holiday meals in wake of rising food costs and unsteady economy
Thanksgiving and Christmas dinners are featuring fewer guests, smaller portions and more scratch cooking in an effort to cut costs.
Livermore Falls weighs cannabis license fees amid high dispensary density
Livermore Falls Select Board members tabled action on proposed increases to cannabis licensing fees after considering costs and the density of cannabis businesses.
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