Courtney McPherson bought each door for a dollar and her husband got to work building their unique Rumford fence.
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In ways big and small, Portlanders say ‘Go Pats’
Last-minute shoppers and early game-day sippers were all ready for the team’s return to the Super Bowl.
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Boom or dust? How tariffs are helping this Maine sawmill but creating more uncertainty for others
Duties on Canadian imports are driving up domestic sales at some Maine lumber companies. Is it enough to overcome high operating costs and a slumping housing market?
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Man shot, killed by police in Skowhegan
Officer shot a New York man who allegedly fired a gun, pointed it toward police.
Posted inLocal & State, News, Outdoors, The Franklin Journal, The Maine Forecast
How to play it safe on snow days in Maine
With snowstorms expected to bring school closures, families can make the most of a snow day by knowing how to build better snowballs and snowmen, choosing the right sleds, and dressing properly for cold conditions.
Posted inLocal & State, News, The Franklin Journal
Maine eFiling expands as new court rules and vendor terms take effect
Maine’s electronic court system is expanding, requiring users to accept a private vendor agreement as new judicial rules governing eFiling begin.
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5 Auburn housing projects to watch in 2026
Market-rate homes and apartments have been driving development in the city, and bringing in higher fees, since the pandemic.
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Rumford, Bridgton hospitals to get part of $71 million bill to upgrade emergency departments
The money will go to renovate, expand and equip their emergency departments.
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Scholarship offered to future teachers | Sun Spots
DEAR SUN SPOTS: The Androscoggin Retired Educators’ Association is offering a $2,000 scholarship to a graduating high school senior, who lives in Androscoggin County, is going on to college, and planning to enter the field of education. The scholarship is awarded based on academic merit, citizenship and need. All candidates must complete and submit the following application materials: the AREA […]
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Pond hockey tournament rekindles youthful memories, benefits Waterville area youth
The 14th Maine Pond Hockey Classic benefits the Alfond Youth & Community Center in Waterville.