Shay, who grew up on Indian Island, near Old Town, was an Army medic during the invasion of Normandy in World War II. He spent his final years in France.
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Posted inMaine, Schools & Education
Tori Hildreth connects Old Town students with careers and clothes
The Jobs for Maine Graduates instructor runs a free thrift store at the high school and is working to make Wabanaki studies more accessible.
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Posted inLife & Culture, Maine, News, Schools & Education
Meet our 2025 Mainers To Be Thankful For
Every year, when we solicit nominations for Mainers To Be Thankful For, we try to emphasize that we’re looking for people who don’t just do good work in their communities but also exceed expectations. By focusing on school workers this year, that standard wasn’t so difficult to meet. Going above and beyond is practically part […]
Posted inMaine, News
Tribal food pantries look to hunters as SNAP cuts hit home across Maine
Tribes are expanding pantry hours, adding workers and using alternative sources to stock their shelves.
Posted inHealth, Maine, News
Maine public water supply complies with law, but is it safe?
A national advocacy group says federal limits for three carcinogens found in tap water from public systems in Maine and across the U.S. are too low. Water districts say it’s not fair to expect ratepayers to fund improvements to meet its lower recommended levels.
Posted inFootball, Sports, Varsity Maine
Five Maine high school football storylines to follow in Week 2
Keep your eyes on standout newcomers and bounceback hopefuls this weekend.
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Media circus leaves Old Town, but escaped lizard remains at large
Blue, a 4-foot-long tegu, escaped from her owner’s yard last Sunday, and police say there’s not much they can do but wait for someone to spot her.
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Hammond Lumber Co. acquires Ware-Butler Building Supply
BELGRADE — Hammond Lumber Co. announced its acquisition Ware-Butler Building Supply in a press release. The acquisition will expand Hammond’s retail footprint from 22 to 34 locations throughout Maine and New Hampshire, further strengthening its ability to serve communities across the region. The acquisition officially closed on July 31, 2025. The transaction includes 15 Ware-Butler […]
Posted inSports, Tennis, Varsity Maine
Yarmouth boys, Lincoln Academy girls tennis take Class B titles
The Clippers claim their sixth consecutive state title, and the Eagles edge Old Town.
Posted inBoys Basketball, Girls Basketball, Sports, Varsity Maine
Meet the Mr. and Ms. Basketball semifinalists
Spruce Mountain and Medomak Valley have players on both the top 10 boys and top 10 senior girls basketball players lists.