The National Weather Service warns that many rivers in Maine to remain at or around flood stage today through Wednesday.
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Two juveniles accused of breaking into storage area, starting fire at senior citizen complex in Livermore Falls
Police Chief Michael Adcock responded to Livermore Falls Apartments at 166 Park St. on Thursday after maintenance personnel noticed a broken lock and smell of smoke.
Vandals spray paint street signs, dugout walls, trailer and residence in Livermore Falls
The criminal mischief is believed to have occurred between Saturday night and Sunday morning.
Franklin County: Flooding pretty much across ‘entire county’
Water is expected to continue to rise after the rain stops, Amanda Simoneau, director of Franklin County Emergency Management Agency, said.
Propane water heater causes fire in Phillips
The homeowner tried to put the fire out with a garden hose but the flames went up one wall into the attic.
Storm brings washouts, road closures across western Maine
Rain will return to the region Tuesday and continue until Thursday.
Spruce Mountain schools dismiss students early Monday due to rising water
Several roads in Jay, Livermore and Livermore Falls have been closed Monday.
Face Time: Lisa Berry — Jay author got her passion for reading from her mother
The homeschooling expert tapped her love of reading to pursue an interest in writing Christian romance novels.
Local 14 retirees from Jay mill honored at Workers’ Memorial Day dinner
The Western Maine Central Labor Council honored Local 14 union members on Workers’ Memorial Day for “keeping solidarity alive in Jay.”
Lewiston, Jay-based schools to get funding to boost mental health services
The Department of Education said it chose high-need districts which have low student-to-mental-health-provider ratios relative to the state and nation.