How the UMF Monson Arts seminar originated and why it is so successful.
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Posted inFranklin, The Franklin Journal
Maine authors present their work in Weld
Eleven authors gather in Weld to read and discuss why they write.
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Posted inBethel, News, Oxford Hills
N.H. man dies from injuries week after motorcycle crash in Bethel
The Oxford County Sheriff’s Office has released little information about the circumstances of the crash that killed Charles Plum of Bartlett, New Hampshire.
Posted inLewiston-Auburn, Maine Crime
Federal marshals capture Lewiston man after rooftop chase in Auburn
The U.S. Marshals Service arrested 34-year-old Matthew Gallagher on warrants charging him with theft of a firearm, possession of a firearm by a felon and criminal threatening with a firearm.
Posted inLewiston-Auburn
College Street fire being investigated by state, local officials says city of Lewiston
Two firefighters were hurt when the burning garage collapsed around them. The cause of the blaze remains unknown.
Posted inFranklin, News, Schools & Education
Farmington area superintendent updates school directors on water leak, facility repairs
Superintendent Christian Elkington discussed ongoing efforts to address a significant leak in the fire suppression system at Mt. Blue Middle School, which has resulted in air quality concerns and potential costly repairs.
Posted inMaine, News, Schools & Education
Hodgkin out Friday as superintendent of Winthrop Public Schools
Jim Hodgkin, who was planning to step down Nov. 1 and expecting to help with the school district’s transition to an interim superintendent, was told last week that his contract would be terminated Aug. 30.
Posted inAndroscoggin County, News
Lisbon residents ordered not to drink tap water
The order was issued Thursday afternoon.
Posted inFranklin, Livermore Falls Advertiser, News, Schools & Education
Photos: Spruce Mountain students begin new year
Family and friends gathered Thursday morning to see students attending Spruce Mountain schools head off for the first day of school.
Posted inLewiston-Auburn, Maine Crime, News
Watch: Lewiston’s plan to reduce gun violence: More cops, cameras, conversation and court support
The plan includes putting more law enforcement on the streets, pursuing legislation to help the judicial system, and more community engagement.