The Board of Selectmen is seeking a phased approach to the sidewalk improvement project, which will improve drainage and walkability downtown.
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Georgia murder suspect arrested in Auburn
22-year-old Dameon Jaquan Thomas was arrested on a warrant charging him with murder in connection with a shooting in Georgia.
Smorgasbord of weather expected in Maine this week
Snow on Tuesday, warmth on Wednesday, a cold spell Thursday and the potential for a wintry mix Friday could all give way to a warm weekend.
Lewiston’s new animal control officer brings new spirit to the job
Chris Sanders, who is replacing 30-year-veteranWendell Strout, chases ghosts in his spare time.
At Camp No Limits, disabilities hold no one back from a ride down Saddleback
The program designed for children who have lost limbs brings together skiers and mentors who know all too well the difficulties of living with a disability.
Young skier injured on trail at Black Mountain in Rumford
The child, who was skiing Saturday with family, is being treated at Maine Medical Center in Portland.
Is it legal to lower the minimum wage in Maine? | Fact brief
Maine’s minimum wage is $15.10 as of 2026; it is automatically adjusted annually based on the cost of living.
6 Maine events this week include Freeport Chocolate Festival, Michael Carbonaro
‘Like Flies: A Rage Play’ opens at Portland Stage.
Paris historical societies to establish scholarship for students studying history
The organizations are selling commemorative eggs featuring images of eight Paris Hill historic sites to fund a scholarship in memory of the former town historian.
Will Janet Mills’ statewide tour take some momentum from Graham Platner?
The Democratic governor made a public appearance blitz while hoping to recover from a bad poll in the U.S. Senate primary.