Outdoor enthusiasts say the conditions have been great for everything from snowmobiling to ice skating to skiing.
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Maine schools tackle food waste to save money, time and the environment
A pilot program from UMaine’s Mitchell Center found big reductions in school cafeteria food waste, and a toolkit rolled out this fall will help schools prepare for a food waste ban that starts in 2030.
Deadly Sabattus shooting, Hells Angels option in Buckfield among top local stories of 2025
Here’s a look and some updates on the Sun Journal’s most-read stories of 2025.
Collapse of Maine’s browntail moth population brings a less itchy spring
The forest pest — which causes an itchy rash that can last for weeks — may be entering the bust phase of its boom and bust cycle.
Pressure is on to extend ACA subsidies as premium hikes loom
The enhanced tax credits, first approved in 2021, would expire at the end of the year if Congress fails to act.
Maine Maple Weekend turns sweet 42
More than 100 farms and sugarhouses around the state will be celebrating this weekend, with free tours, samples, treats, animals and more.
‘The Early Show with Mike Miclon’ planned in Brownfield
Stone Mountain Arts is set to host an evening of comedy, music and wild improvisations.
Haggard & Cashed plan Brownfield concert
The country music band is to take the stage Feb. 21 at Stone Mountain Arts.
Brownfield concert to feature country love song swap
BROWNFIELD — Love in the Country, a country love song swap with The Gibson Brothers, Carol Noonan and Kevin Barry, is scheduled for 8 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 15, at Stone Mountain Arts Center, 695 Dugway Road. The night will feature song swapping between bluegrass musicians Eric and Leigh Gibson alongside singer songwriter Noonan and guitarist Barry. […]
40 Most Beautiful Places in Maine
How many of the state’s natural wonders and scenic spots have you visited? We’ve just added 5 more – Aroostook National Wildlife Refuge, Belgrade Lakes, Chimney Pond, Sebago Lake State Park and Thorncrag Nature Sanctuary – so get going.