Maine
Local and state news from the Sun Journal.
Posted inNews, River Valley, Rumford Falls Times
Mexico marks Fourth of July with music, food and children’s activities
Many attended the fireworks show in neighboring Rumford.
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Posted inFranklin, News, The Franklin Journal
Photo album: Farmington celebrates Independence Day
Fireworks, parade, veterans and Betsy Ross are represented in patriotic style.
Posted inHealth, Maine, News
Maine announces resource center to aid local opioid settlement spending
The attorney general’s office is putting nearly $2.5 million toward a hub that will offer assistance to Maine counties, cities and towns as they decide how to spend opioid settlement funds.
Posted inElection 2024, Maine, Politics
Rep. Golden’s op-ed sends political shockwaves, but also fits campaign style
Golden, who needs support from Trump voters in November, predicted Donald Trump will win the presidency against incumbent President Biden, and said he can work with that.
Posted inLewiston-Auburn
Six people share views on Independence Day, freedom and state of the nation
The holiday and political climate on the minds of some.
Posted inLewiston-Auburn
MDOT to close Lincoln Street bridge in Lewiston for repairs July 10-12
The Gully Brook Bridge on Lincoln Street will close July 10-12 for repairs, according to Maine Department of Transportation.
Posted inMaine, Maine Crime
Portland man facing prison time for charges including possession of child sexual abuse material
Joshua Decker pleaded guilty Tuesday to charges of enticing a minor and possessing child sexual abuse material.
Posted inLewiston-Auburn, Maine, News
They might be pretty in the sky, but fireworks come at a price for many
Some people and pets suffer negative effects from the bangs and booms.
Posted inFranklin, News, The Franklin Journal
Franklin County officials explain need for TIF money for emergency operations center
The $700,000 would help pay for space for administrative personnel, including the manager of the unorganized territory.