The late-January crash was Maine’s deadliest in decades, killing all 6 onboard.
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Slippery roads expected in southern, central Maine Friday night
Freezing rain and drizzle could start around 7 p.m.
New scales debut at transfer station in Bethel
With installation completed, contractors are paying for their debris going forward, including $449 on day one.
Beautification projects focus of Mt. Blue garden club program
The Mt. Blue Area Garden Club is inviting local businesses and nonprofits to apply for its second annual community grant program.
New Lewiston fitness center boosted by $10 million donation to Bates College
The $45 million project will double the space of the current facility.
Fire that destroyed Turner auto body shop Thursday started in the carpeting
Fire chief estimates the loss to Willie’s Auto Body at more than $500,000.
Amid war on Iran, heating oil prices ticked up this week
Maine was not immune to an international trend.
Maine’s lobster haul hits 17-year low
The state’s fleet is grappling with a post-boom normal defined by fewer trips and narrower margins, while recent scientific surveys offer a sliver of hope.
Auburn woman pleads guilty to tax fraud
Rakiya Mohamed was the owner of Reliable Language Resources when she was charged with filing false federal income tax returns.
Playoff thrills, snow fun & construction: Lewiston area’s week in photos
Sun Journal photographers select some of their favorite images from Feb. 27 to March 5, 2026.