Sen. Susan Collins and others in Congress are trying to save the programs that open doors to higher education, while the U.S. Department of Education’s proposed budget for 2026 would eliminate all federal funding to keep them going.
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Posted inFranklin, News, The Franklin Journal
Franklin County commissioners, budget panel clash over flex benefits
Commissioners voted Thursday to restore $30,146 to the budget that was removed by the advisory committee.
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Posted inLocal News, River Valley, Rumford Falls Times
Recovery center in Rumford celebrates expansion with open house
RUMFORD — The Larry Labonte Recovery Center celebrated the expansion of its facility at 412 Waldo St. facility with an open house June 3. “Our staff finally has the tools they need,” Lonnie Labonte, co-founder and president said. “We’ve added offices for our recovery coaches and private meeting rooms for our one-on-one meetings. We have […]
Posted inLocal News, River Valley, Rumford Falls Times
Summer outing trips approved for Rumford school students
Teachers Todd Papianou and Karen Wilson are leading the trips through the summer Falcon Camp for students, now in its fourth year.
Posted inMaine, News
Maine’s next wildlife protection plan will consider climate threats
The once-a-decade conservation blueprint will weigh climate change threats, include plants as well as animals and emphasize habitat protection.
Posted inBusiness, Franklin, Livermore Falls Advertiser, Maine
Livermore Falls board names some to new Marijuana Ordinance Committee
Selectmen voted to change the committee from nine to seven members.
Posted inMaine, Politics
How do I find my polling place? Can I still register to vote? And more election questions answered.
Maine voters will head to polling places across the state Tuesday to approve or reject local school budgets.
Posted inMaine, Politics
Care workers gather at Maine State House to join call for wage increases
Advocates say the state needs to support raises for direct care workers so nursing homes, group homes and other agencies can compete for staff with fast food restaurants and retailers.
Posted inMaine, News, Politics
Proposed tax increases spark clash in Maine Legislature
Advocates urged lawmakers to increase taxes on the wealthy and corporations, but Republicans vowed to oppose any new taxes.
Posted inAndroscoggin County, Business, Lewiston-Auburn, Maine, News, The Buzz
Auburn developer taps the brakes on new apartment plans
At Kittyhawk Apartments, 24 more units are on pause as developer watches the economy, tariffs and construction costs.