Families gathered on Dec. 4 for a Cookies and Bookies celebration featuring coloring, local treats, games, a scavenger hunt and a gingerbread disguise contest at Treat Memorial Library.
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Spruce Mountain schools in Jay area to keep transgender sports policy as it preps for lawsuit
The RSU 73 board voted 9-4 to keep its policy in place, choosing to defend its transgender sports access restrictions despite warnings about legal exposure and taxpayer cost.
Public interest payphones a critical safety link in Maine
Public interest payphones in Maine continue to provide a crucial and free, yet aging, connection for people who need a dependable way to call for help.
Western Maine food pantries expand support as winter approaches
Food pantries across Franklin County are offering expanded hours, free meals and low-barrier access to help residents meet rising food needs.
Free chicken supper brings community together in Livermore Falls
More than 75 takeout meals were served and about 40 people gathered together for an uplifting time at American Legion Post 10.
Jay residents press for rent caps as board weighs next steps
Jay mobile home residents urged the Select Board to pursue rent stabilization after rising lot fees and poor park conditions prompted a public call for action.
Jay labor mural returns after repairs to Local 14 union hall
A weatherproof replica of the historic Jay Strike Mural has been reinstalled on the front of the Local 14 union hall after recent building repairs.
Wilton, Jay, Farmington police agencies update regional mutual aid pact
Wilton approved an updated mutual aid agreement with Jay and Farmington to strengthen regional police coordination and clarify training and liability.
Former Jay high school art teacher indicted on charges of sexual exploitation of a minor
Jan M. Barlow, 48, of Auburn, was arrested on March 8 following an investigation by a school resource officer from the Jay Police Department.
For Spruce Mountain football, old rivalries take back seat to team building
The Phoenix prepare for their first football championship game since Jay and Livermore Falls merged in 2011.