‘Safe,’ ‘constant,’ ‘happy’ and ‘fun’ are some of the words heard at the Big Brothers Big Sisters annual fundraiser.
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Maine judge won’t wait to start releasing people stuck in jail without a lawyer
Superior Court Justice Michaela Murphy ruled the state of Maine was at fault for unconstitutionally leaving poor defendants without court-appointed attorneys.
Lewiston police investigate single gunshot on Pierce Street
Police say no one was reported injured Monday afternoon.
The Week in Photos: May 3-9, 2025
Sun Journal photographers select some of their favorite images from last week.
Mary Martin to end 40 years as leading educator in Poland-area schools
‘She set such a high standard and she’s just been an absolute gift to work with,’ one of her colleagues said of Martin.
History Night and Cruise-In returns to Livermore Falls
The free, family-friendly event will feature classic cars, history exhibits, live music, food vendors and more.
Jay board keeps minimum sewer water rate, raises overage by 1 cent
The town is also looking for one more volunteer to serve on a joint Jay-Wilton police departments committee to look at sharing services.
Bethel Farmer’s Market now takes EBT/SNAP
Sixteen Western Maine farmers will sell their wares on The Parkway each Saturday morning through October.
In wake of ‘devastating’ cuts, volunteers step up to ready Shakers for the season
Friends of the Shakers gather from around the country to prepare for spring at Sabbathday Lake, the only still-active community of its kind in the world.
Bill would require strictest standards on ‘forever chemicals’ in water
The proposed bill would require the state to communicate the most stringent contamination maximum with the public and well owners.