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Police responding to attempted suicide in South Paris call Border Patrol

by Emily Allen March 5, 2026March 5, 2026

The Paris police chief said an officer needed help with translation during a life-or-death situation. Advocates fear this will discourage immigrants from reaching out to local police.

Community, Local & State, News, The Franklin Journal

Kingfield students win Kids Cup at Sugarloaf event

by Rebecca Richard March 5, 2026March 5, 2026

Kingfield Elementary students won the Kids Cup at the WinterKids Downhill 24 event at Sugarloaf after raising more than $13,000 and skiing hundreds of runs during the two-day fundraiser.

Business, Community, News

Bath Iron Works expands community college training

by Paul Bagnall March 5, 2026March 7, 2026

The Bath shipyard that builds warships for the Navy is taking in recent community college graduates.

Local & State, News

Body found near tent in Auburn identified as Portland man

by Donna M. Perry March 5, 2026March 5, 2026

The Office of the Chief Medical Examiner confirmed the identity of the deceased as 48-year-old Jaime Jimino.

Arts & Entertainment, Business, Community, Life & Culture, Local & State, News, The Franklin Journal

Artist transforms Wilton cannery into vibrant creative arts space

by Rebecca Richard March 5, 2026March 6, 2026

Vera Johnson revitalized a former fiddlehead cannery into Belle Creative Arts, a working studio and community creative space in Wilton.

Local & State, News

Volunteers offer companionship to Mainers facing memory issues

by Gillian Graham March 5, 2026March 7, 2026

A new Southern Maine Agency on Aging program pairs volunteers with people facing memory loss.

News

Maine Maple Sunday is coming soon| Sun Spots

March 5, 2026March 4, 2026

DEAR SUN SPOTS: I think I’m behind the curve here (as usual), but when is Maple Sunday? Will the date be changed because of the cold weather? — Heidi, no town ANSWER: According to the Maine Maple Producers Association, Maine Maple Sunday will be held the fourth weekend of the month, just like always. I’ve […]