Meet Cardigan: a different church greeter in Wilton

UMaine Farmington students explore climate change

Sheriff: More than 500 marijuana plants, drug materials seized at Mercer home in latest bust of illegal marijuana growing operation

No arrests were made because no one was at the Rome Road home when the raid was carried out, but officials say charges are expected after the occupants are located.

A stranger’s concern drives him to great lengths, saving a Mercer man’s life

Discovery of a brain tumor, unknown connections and a feel good story have resulted from one stranger's concern for someone he didn't know.

Moscow man indicted on manslaughter, other charges following deadly automobile crash

Eric Tankerley, 34, was indicated recently by a Somerset County grand jury and is expected to face charges, including manslaughter, for his involvement last year in a Caratunk crash in which two women died.

New Hampshire man dies in Mercer camper fire, officials say

It's believed the fire occurred more than a week before the body of Wayne Bouchard, 64, was discovered Saturday, according to the Maine Department of Public Safety.

Palmyra couple indicted on charges they operated methamphetamine lab, endangered children

Jessica Quimby, 44, and Joseph R. Quimby, 41, were indicted last week by a Somerset County grand jury and are facing charges that include aggravated trafficking in scheduled drugs and endangering the welfare of a child.

Skowhegan parents push for action after complaints of racism lodged with school officials

The complaints are the latest to be made by minority families in central Maine and school district administrators say they're being taken seriously as part of an investigative process that can involve outside agencies.

Arts council seeks plein air painters

Somerset County initiative looks to provide broadband to all homes within 3 years

The Somerset Economic Development Corp. is weighing proposals and other options to advance its goal of 100% fiber-to-the-home coverage in Somerset County.