Safety issues are cited in the makeover where Skeetfield Road and Main Street meet.
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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.
Man accused of killing Westbrook couple waives right to jury
Marcel LaGrange has entered an insanity plea in the slayings of Brittney Cockrell and Michael Hayter and has asked to be tried by a judge instead of a jury of his peers.
U.S. Senate approves Collins’ bill to fund urban parks, trails
The funding, contained in a bill co-sponsored by the senior senator, will help create and expand outdoor recreational opportunities in underserved urban communities.
Kids to ring in New Year at rec center in Mexico
‘We get (nonalcoholic) sparkling cider in champagne flutes and (the kids) all get to do their midnight toast,’ said party organizer Heather White.