STRONG — A local man was arrested on suspicion of arson early Friday after reporting a house fire on Lambert Hill Road. At about 1:30 a.m., Franklin County Sheriff’s Deputy Alan Elmes went to the home after a resident reported a fire in his kitchen. The flames were extinguished by the fire department, and the […]
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Farmington firefighters head to Rose Parade
The Maine Odd Fellows and Rebekahs are sending Farmington firefighters Stephan Bunker and Patty Cormier to participate in the Rose Parade on Jan 1 in Pasadena, Calif.
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The Power of Faith
These people found hope and support — to help themselves and to help others — in their faith. In this Christmas season, we offer their stories.
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Applications for new businesses moving forward in Livermore
Selectpersons were updated on the Planning Board’s approval of a new dog training business and has set a Jan. 6 public hearing for a proposed medical marijuana retail space.
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Jay woman’s deep faith in God has helped guide her
Kelli Hanson, 40, lost her husband five years ago in a car accident.
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Chesterville to hold special selectmen’s meeting
The board will discuss giving town employees Tuesday, Christmas Eve day off.
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Hand weight misses head of Freeport driver in rollover
The 20-pound block got wedged between the top of the driver’s seat and the headrest.
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Buyers postpone Saddleback purchase while state reviews backing
The sale of the closed ski resort will be pushed into early next year while the Finance Authority of Maine reviews the buyer’s application for state-backed debt insurance.
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Canaan man set to have kidney transplant in January
The next few weeks will be filled with anticipation as Aaron LeBlanc, 21, awaits a kidney transplant Jan. 7.
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Trio of Broadway storefronts in Farmington close
FARMINGTON — Two Broadway storefronts have ceased operations and a third has closed its shop but will offer products through other venues. SugarWood Gallery closed Dec. 24. Located at Broadway and High Street, it opened in 2001 as a collaboration of 15 Maine WoodNet member businesses. The gallery featured wood-based products made in western Maine. […]