Concerns raised about communication dead spots, safety for emergency responders in Franklin County
The director of the county’s Emergency Management Agency has asked county commissioners to fund a study to help improve the system.
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Franklin County sends $13M budget to advisory panel
The proposed budget for 2027, which is nearly $1.5 million more than the current budget, moves forward for more approvals.
High Peaks Alliance expands board, launches guided walks
High Peaks Alliance added three directors and announced a free summer-fall walk series.
Kingfield to hear public comments on Bowdoin campsite
The planning board will take input on the college’s project, which aims to develop a campsite for students’ use.
Mt. Abram principal names 2026 award recipient
Addie Paul has distinguished herself as an exceptional student who combines strong academic performance with meaningful involvement in her school and community, Principal Jodi Ellis said.
Here’s where to grab a bite in the Rangeley area this mud season
As activity slows down for mud season, many businesses close their doors for a while. Below is a list of restaurants that are open and serving meals around northern Franklin County this spring.
Walrath Woods project expands river access near Farmington
High Peaks Alliance is working to raise the remaining money to conserve a 120-acre Sandy River property near Farmington for permanent public access.
Carrabassett Valley man indicted in girlfriend’s death
Austin J. Doucette, 24, is accused of shooting Makayla Rose DeSantis, 23, twice in the chest March 8 at the condo they shared in Carrabassett Valley.
High Peaks op-ed series to focus on access to outdoors in Farmington region
The High Peaks Alliance has launched a six-part op-ed series on life and land access in Western Maine.
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Farmington proposes $16.6M budget ahead of May 11 vote
The $16.58 million budget would an increase of 4.65% , with rising school, county and fixed assessment costs driving much of it.
Farmington voters to decide on $4.2M Sandy River bridge plan
Residents will vote May 11 on borrowing up to $500,000 toward a $4.2 million multiuse bridge connecting the Whistle Stop Trail to downtown.
Music and theater in Lewiston, improv in Monmouth, ‘canoe dancing’ in Bethel, and more |Get out
Here are highlights of things to do in the area in the next week.
Jay voters can weigh in on police collaboration options in May, June
Residents will be asked to advise officials on four policing models as Jay and Wilton consider potential changes to local law enforcement.
Farmington-area schools expecting 1-time state funding boost in July
The funding is part of an $8 million ‘bridge payment’ included in the state’s supplemental budget.
Rain can’t stop fiddlehead fun at festival in Farmington
Crowds turned out May 2 for the Maine Fiddlehead Festival at UMF despite cool, drizzly weather.
Chasing waterfalls: A guide to western Maine’s best water features
A western Maine driving route brings together waterfalls, swimming holes, and lake and river stops across the mountains.
Wilton weighs ATV policy as safety concerns simmer
The town has no current policy on access after the previous one was rescinded by the select board in January.
Auburn police charge 3 who allegedly returned to liquor store for dropped bag of drugs
‘The timing, while unfortunate for the suspects, was ideal for our officers,’ police said.
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