Rural police departments confront pandemic challenges

Sunday River Resort in Newry has eight new COVID-19 cases

The ski area's new cases were confirmed by the Maine CDC, following a similar outbreak in December that included 31 cases. Schooner Memory Care in Auburn also has five COVID-19 cases.

Dwindling membership plus COVID straining veterans organizations

Western Maine VFW, American Legion groups challenged by finances, participation, outreach

Firefighters battle house fire in Bethel

Owner taken to hospital suffering smoke inhalation.

Bethel board discusses construction debris, food waste

Friday morning fire in Bethel sends woman to hospital

A woman suffered burns after a fire broke out in a mobile home just after midnight on Friday morning.

2020: It was a year like no other

2020 was a frustrating and difficult time, and although there likely were some triumphs here and there, the year will be remembered for the pandemic that completely reshaped the way we live. 

Photos: Torches light up New Year’s Eve in Newry

Sunday River Brewing Co. owners seek court reversal of license nonrenewal

After a renewal of the restaurant's license to operate was rejected this week, the Savage brothers are back in court in an effort to overturn the decision.

State rejects Sunday River Brewing Co.’s appeal of license loss

The Bethel restaurant and bar had hoped a hearing officer would reverse a decision by state officials against renewing the business' eating and catering license.