Maple producers across Western Maine will welcome visitors March 21-22 for Maine Maple Sunday weekend with demonstrations, tastings and family activities.
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Spring is coming to western Maine. But first, mud.
As winter gives way to spring in Maine, mud season brings thawing ground, soft roads, frost heaves and temporary weight limits that affect daily travel and outdoor activity.
Wondering what to do when winter weather closes your town in western Maine? We’ve got answers.
We’ve created a guide for what to do and where to go when weather disrupts town operations in Oxford and Franklin counties.
West Paris voters approve $413,996 mini-pumper for fire department
Voters at the annual town meeting also backed funds for Agnes Gray School security and reelected officials.
Full Moon Snowshoe brings hikers to Spruce Mountain trails in Jay
About 20 hikers joined the Androscoggin Land Trust and the Jay Recreation Committee for a guided evening snowshoe walk March 3 at the Spruce Mountain Conservation Area Nordic Center.
Wilton plans April 1 meeting on possible police partnership with Jay
Residents at the public meeting will hear options for sharing police services with Jay and can give feedback before the town decides how to proceed.
Farmington Select Board sets 6-month budget ahead of March 23 vote
Farmington Select Board approved a proposed six-month municipal budget that will go before voters March 23.
Vietnam-era veterans honored in Rumford
The American Legion hosted a luncheon for area veterans, including hair cuts, cake and information for the next Honor Flight to Washington, D.C.
Roxbury voters to decide budget at March 15 meeting
Among the articles is one to use $269,000 from the Roxwind tax increment financing account to rebuild a culvert on Main Street.
New scales debut at transfer station in Bethel
With installation completed, contractors are paying for their debris going forward, including $449 on day one.