Maine
Local and state news from the Sun Journal.
River Fest returns to Skowhegan this week
The multi-day celebration of life on the Kennebec River features dozens of events and activities in downtown Skowhegan.
Locally-owned pet supply store opens in Auburn
The Buzz: Owners Stephanie and Joe Cross opened Scales and Tails Pet Supplies about four months ago in Auburn.
Lewiston Farmers’ Market to host pop-ups for 20-year anniversary
The Buzz: Scales and Tails Pet Supplies opens in Auburn.
Lake Stewards of Maine to conduct plant workshop on Varnum Pond in Wilton
The pond is Wilton’s drinking supply that participants can learn about invasive aquatic species. Preregistration is required for the Aug. 8 event.
Photos: Blueberries harvested in Wilton
Thistle Moon Farm in Wilton is expanding beyond highbush blueberries, adding flowers and more to its offerings.
See a map of how Maine law enforcement responded to the Lewiston mass shooting
More than 750 officers responded to dozens of locations during the 48-hour manhunt for the gunman. Police narratives released this summer show their movements during the key first hours after the shooting.
Mark LaFlamme: Wiffle ball memories and grass-stained knees
Street Talk: We’d come away from every game with an awesome variety of injuries. Our knees would be bleeding through the grass stains after making diving catches even when diving wasn’t necessary.
Former Gray finance director pays back $53,000 after pleading guilty to theft
Katy Jewell pleaded guilty to misappropriating town funds between 2020 and 2022.