The Santa Visits Oxford organizers will deliver gifts to children.
Maine
Local and state news from the Sun Journal.
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.
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?
Oxford wants state to address traffic issues
Safety issues are cited in the makeover where Skeetfield Road and Main Street meet.
Last-minute shopping for the Toy Fund
Even after 75 years of practice, getting presents to thousands of children still requires a bit of luck, and sometimes an unexpected trip to the mall.
State representative urges Chesterville residents to get involved in Legislature
State Rep. Stephan Bunker, D-Farmington, spoke to the Select Board to outline his legislative priorities and encourage residents to engage with him on state issues.
Livermore Falls board takes action on 22 foreclosed properties
Selectmen voted to work with three owners to develop repayment plans for 21 Gagnon St., 46 Knapp St. and 12 Bellaire Drive.
Gov. Mills establishes task force to study potential impact of AI on Maine
The 21-member group will look at how to prepare the state’s economy and workforce for opportunities and risks related to the technology.
Top Maine Republicans renew calls to overhaul child protective services
Republicans leaders in the House and Senate seized on Thursday’s letter of no confidence in the Office of Child and Family Services director to criticize the Mills administration.
The biggest Sun Journal stories of 2024 include the highs and lows
Reflecting both the lows and the highs of the year, we highlight the area’s biggest news stories of 2024.