Christmas traffic can be harder to predict than Thanksgiving, but experts say a record number of Americans are expected to travel between Dec. 21 and Jan. 1.
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Lisbon Water Department plant prepares to tackle issues as customer concerns persist
Some customers have voiced concerns about water quality after arsenic concerns led to a do-not-drink order in late August.
Posted inMaine
Foster families ask Toy Fund to help children who need a break
Many of those children are among the more than 4,000 who will receive holidays gifts in the coming days because of the donors and volunteers who support the Press Herald Toy Fund.
Posted inFranklin, Maine, News, The Franklin Journal
Vigil raises awareness of homelessness, honors man killed by train
A memorial vigil honored Brett Staples and highlighted the urgent need for local resources to address homelessness in the community.
Posted inMaine, Maine Crime, News
Killing of Sidney teen leaves community asking questions
Police arrested a 39-year-old woman Friday in connection with what was ruled a homicide but have yet to release the name of the 14-year-old victim.
Posted inMaine, Oxford Hills
Hebron man’s 62,000-light display brings holiday cheer
‘We do it for the love of Christmas, seeing families coming out and keeping the tradition alive.’
Posted inMaine, News, Oxford Hills
Santa coming to Oxford, Norway on Christmas Eve
The Santa Visits Oxford organizers will deliver gifts to children.
Posted inMaine
Here’s what should go in a flood preparedness kit
It’s important to stay prepared as climate change makes river flooding more severe — so here’s how FEMA recommends people get ready.
Posted inMaine
What did Hallowell learn from the December 2023 flood?
Last December’s flood was the fifth-highest ever recorded in Hallowell, but will the city be ready for the next one?