On April 11, Katie Mosher was hard at work arranging fresh floral bouquets at The Flower Barn surrounded by color and creativity in Jay.

A FEMA-funded generator project for Starling Hall is in limbo after a federal hold halted reimbursements for multiple emergency grants.

At a public hearing April 1 regarding the proposed Livermore Falls Animal Control and Dog Control Ordinance, many said its rules were too restrictive.

A state board upheld an appeal by a Livermore Falls redemption center arguing that Poppy's license should not have been granted.

Rick Haas will also fill several other roles for the town, including health officer and electrical inspector.

Regional School Unit 73 voters overwhelmingly approved all 21 warrant articles April 10. They will have a final vote on the budget April 29 in each town.

Livermore Falls selectmen on April 1 revisited several properties foreclosed on for unpaid fees.

John Godfrey, owner of Godfrey Wood Products, has received permits to build the facility at the former site of the Androscoggin Mill on Riley Road but is concerned about what tariffs will do to the cost.

The town election will be held April 29.

The proposed spending plan for 2025-26 is $607,542.36, or 9.88% more than the current budget, and it is estimated that voters will raise about $14,000 less for town services than last year.

The April 5 Resource Health Fair in Fayette brought together over 100 residents, volunteers and vendors for a day of networking, community support and free services.

Danielle Brotherton and Shari Ouellette, each have board of director experience, are running for the position.

Chesterville residents approved all warrant articles at town meeting Monday, March 17, including funding measures, a new site plan ordinance, and a shift to Saturday meetings.

The Livermore Select Board has enacted a moratorium on large-scale solar and commercial wind energy projects to allow time for local regulations to be developed.

The Chesterville Select Board elected John Archer as chair, approved a timber harvesting plan with Foster CTE Center students and discussed key town matters.

Fayette, Mt. Vernon and Vienna will host a Community Resource Fair April 5 to launch a tri-town survey aimed at supporting residents as they age in place.

The vote was 7-5 to approve the first reading of five policies that needed to be changed due to an executive order from President Trump.

The Fayette Select Board reviewed restoration plans for Starling Hall, upcoming grant opportunities and community events, including an April 5 resource fair.

Teachers Michelle Brann and Nicole Curtis speak of challenges teachers are facing following the arrest of a district teacher on child exploitation charges.

Alex Grimaldi is also valedictorian of Spruce Mountain High School Class of 2025.