Hunger does not take a day off, even in the scenic towns of Bath and Brunswick. Local organizations and volunteers continue to step up to help those in need.
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Posted inCommunity, News, Schools & Education
New Sharon school seeing improvements, but still facing funding strain
Cape Cod Hill Community School is using a community school model to support students and families through academics, child care and basic-needs services, but long-term funding remains a challenge.
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Posted inArts & Entertainment, Life & Culture, Maine
Ahead of Portland shows, actor Nick Offerman talks Ron Swanson, woodworking and new projects
The humorist, actor, writer and woodworker has two performances at Merrill Auditorium.
Posted inBusiness, Community, News, The Rangeley Highlander
Construction starts on Rangeley workforce housing
The development will provide 18 units aimed at full-time residents in a town where short-term rentals rule.
Posted inCommunity, News
Easter gets prehistoric with dinosaur egg hunt in Portland
Families lined up to search for ‘dino eggs’ at the Children’s Museum and Theatre of Maine on Sunday.
Posted inMaine, Mark LaFlamme, News
I use a ton of exclamation points so you KNOW I have big news | Column
Mark LaFlamme looks excitedly forward to ice out, free soggy furnishings, and other rites of spring. D’oh!
Posted inCommunity, News
Native plant workshop at McLaughlin Garden | Sun Spots
DEAR SUN SPOTS: Discover how to grow native plants from seed this spring. Join UMaine Cooperative Extension and McLaughlin Garden for a hands-on workshopat McLaughlin Garden, 97 Main St. in South Paris on Tuesday, April 14, from 4:30-6:30 p.m. You’ll learn the essentials of successful native seed starting and sow your own seeds to take […]
Posted inCommunity, Guides, Livermore Falls Advertiser, News, Schools & Education, The Franklin Journal, Things to Do
Spring has just begun, but it’s never too early to check out Franklin County summer camps
Families must plan early due to limited local camps, varying schedules and high demand for youth programming.
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Mystery Photo for April 5, 2026
Correctly guess where this photo was taken and you could win a $25 Hannaford Supermarket gift card.
Posted inCommunity, Guides, Maine, News, Outdoors, The Franklin Journal, The Rangeley Highlander, Things to Do
Here are 7 scenic overlooks in the Rangeley region you don’t want to miss
As the weather warms, you may be ready to get out of the house. Scenic turnoffs may be the answer for you if you don’t want to get your feet muddy.