From convenience stores and farm markets to espresso bars and cafés, this guide highlights where residents grab coffee across Jay, Livermore, Livermore Falls and nearby Franklin County towns.
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Local and state news from the Sun Journal.
Posted inLocal News, Maine, News, Rumford Falls Times
‘Baby box’ for parents in crisis with newborns to be operational in early January
The state’s first Safe Haven baby box has been installed at the Rumford Fire Department.
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Posted inMaine, News, Rumford Falls Times
Rumford amends parking ban, adds overnight parking downtown
The town has a history of making exceptions to parking ban policies.
Posted inBusiness, Health, Maine, News
More direct primary care clinics keep opening in Maine
The alternative health care model continues to expand as health insurance premiums skyrocket.
Posted inArts & Entertainment, Business, Leslie Bridgers, Life & Culture, Maine
The ways Maine was forever changed by 2025 | Column
New license plates, the last Farmers’ Almanac and other developments that redefined our culture.
Posted inMaine, News
A new Maine tax will have you paying more for Netflix after Jan. 1
Streaming services like Netflix and Hulu will now be included in the state’s 5.5% sales tax. Tax increases are also taking effect for cigarettes and adult-use cannabis.
Posted inMaine, News
Free ski day at Quarry Road Trails
The recreation area in Waterville hosted Community Ski Free Day & WinterKids Family Day on Sunday. Photos by Derek Davis/Staff Photographer
Posted inMaine, News
Wintry mix to fall Monday morning across Maine
Freezing rain could make roads icy during the morning commute.
Posted inBusiness, Maine, News
Auburn pushes to enhance its downtown: ‘It’s kind of chicken or egg’ thing.
Auburn’s downtown was once vibrant, with buildings lining both sides of Court Street, but after urban revitalization roughly 50 years ago business waned and buildings were torn down.
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How Maine’s county budgets affect property taxes
Rising county taxes come as Mainers are already feeling financially pinched, but it’s too early to know the impact on homeowners’ bills.