The history of Indigenous communities in the region dates back long before the nation’s founding, as highlighted by an art exhibit at the Abbe Museum.
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Posted inBusiness, Maine
Why is conserved land in Belfast being sold as commercial property?
A Maine wetland was supposed to be conserved “in perpetuity,” but it seems the plan was never filed. The state DEP is investigating.
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Posted inMaine
Fishermen honored in Georgetown at ‘blessing of the fleet’
About 100 people gathered for the annual Five Islands Harbor blessing, which also served this year as a special remembrance for a local fisherman who died last year.
Posted inFranklin, Maine
Farmington men treated at hospital for serious burn injuries after propane explosion
The victims were identified by authorities on Sunday as Mike Warren, 68, and Jon Bubier, 62.
Posted inMaine, Maine Crime
Driver arrested after child struck, killed in Albion
A woman and another child were also seriously injured in the Friday crash. Police say the driver left the scene and was operating under the influence.
Posted inArts & Entertainment, Business, Life & Culture, Maine, News
Maine has long been a destination for international artists. Under Trump, some are staying away.
Artists, festivals and presenters are feeling the effects of the president’s policies on immigration enforcement, travel bans and sexual orientation.
Posted inFranklin, Maine, News, Schools & Education
Bowdoin College’s plan for Kingfield campground meets local resistance
The proposal for a seasonal camping site for students on a 20.7-acre Kingfield property is drawing pushback from neighbors over traffic and road wear.
Posted inLewiston-Auburn, Mark LaFlamme
Make Bartlett Street, Lewiston, your next hiking destination! | Column
Big decisions are being made in Lewiston without me. I’m available for consultation, writes Mark LaFlamme.
Posted inBethel, Maine, News, Oxford Hills, The Bethel Citizen
Albany’s Songo Pond may get second loon chick in 40 years
With shallow water and many predators, it’s a tough place to raise a loon.
Posted inbPlus, Maine
South Africa and the joy of opening the world to my host sister | Column
Letters from Madagascar: Vanessa Paolella travels to South Africa with her host sister, Tahiry, and has one of her favorite Peace Corps experiences.