The powerful microburst storm permanently shut down Bethel’s gravity-fed system. The town’s water users now rely on five drilled wells to supply its drinking water. The upgrade came with higher costs and modern infrastructure.
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Posted inLivermore Falls Advertiser, Maine, News
Jay-Wilton police committee outlines four collaboration options
A joint Jay-Wilton committee has finalized four police collaboration options and will present them to both select boards in January.
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When birds irrupt, winter wakes up
Winter birding across Maine highlights familiar winter species, simple tracking clues, feeder tips and welcoming places for residents to enjoy wildlife all season.
Posted inAdvertiser Democrat, Maine, News, The Bethel Citizen
Woodworker brings Santa-worthy act of kindness to children in West Paris
Bruce Davison crafted 37 wooden trucks to give to local children, vowing that no child should be without something ‘to imagine with.’
Posted inLivermore Falls Advertiser, Maine, News
Livermore Falls weighs cannabis license fees amid high dispensary density
Livermore Falls Select Board members tabled action on proposed increases to cannabis licensing fees after considering costs and the density of cannabis businesses.
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Welcoming vegans at the holiday table, the Maine way
A practical, local guide to understanding veganism during the holidays, with simple hosting tips and Maine-based gift and food ideas that help everyone feel included.
Posted inMaine, News, The Bethel Citizen
Hundreds of skiing Santas hit the slopes at Sunday River
Over 300 skiers and riders dressed as Santa filled the slopes on South Ridge raising $10,000 for the Boyne Forever Foundation and The River Fund for the 25th annual Santa Sunday.
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Co-ed changing areas at new Mexico school spark outrage from some state lawmakers
Rep. Rachel Henderson and Rep. Tammy Schmersal-Burgess said the single-use, fully enclosed athletic prep areas lack privacy walls, and are calling for an inquiry into how building plans were changed.
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Goal of $2.6M set for Oxford Hills Middle School construction fundraiser
As the school project enters construction planning, community members are working to privately fund a Maine Principals’ Association–regulation gymnasium and stadium seating for an outdoor education classroom.
Posted inCommunity, Livermore Falls Advertiser, Maine
Unsolved armed robbery in Livermore Falls leaves clerk shaken
‘I haven’t been back to work. I can’t even drive to the store; it makes me cry,’ the 55-year-old local woman said.