Jon Bubier, 62, of Farmington and friend Mike Warren, 68, were burned when preparing to clean an oven.
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Rangeley library to host book talk with author Michael Burke
RANGELEY —Author Michael Burke will be at the Rangeley Public Library on Wednesday, July 30, at 6 p.m. to share from his most recent book, “The Art of the Myth”, a book which answers questions about life in Maine. A collection of essays on topics from sea kayaking to maple sugaring, from rural auctioneering to […]
Albany’s Songo Pond may get second loon chick in 40 years
With shallow water and many predators, it’s a tough place to raise a loon.
‘Good Trouble’ protests scheduled for July 17 across state
In western/central Maine, demonstrations will take place in Auburn, Bridgton, Farmington and Norway/South Paris.
Phillips woman pleads to lesser charge in domestic violence case
Candance Dotolo, 45, pleaded to a charge of violation condition of release while a charge of aggravated domestic violence was dismissed.
Farmington man indicted in attempted murder of ex-girlfriend
James Oakes, 45, has been held in lieu of $250,000 cash bail at the county jail since his arrest in May.
Farmington LGBTQ+ leaders condemn RSU 73 policy targeting trans youth
Franklin County Pride ME board members and others are denouncing RSU 73’s new policy restricting transgender students, citing legal concerns and student harm.
Phillips, Strong begin MSAD 58 withdrawal as district faces change
Superintendent Laura Columbia says Phillips and Strong have begun withdrawal from MSAD 58, while other towns explore options amid rising costs and differing visions.
70th year of Waterford Breakfasts kicks off
WATERFORD — The first Waterford Summer Breakfast of 2025 was a great success! On a breezy 4th of July morning, over 350 friends, neighbors, guests, and volunteers were served breakfast at the historic Wilkins Community House. Continuing the decades-long tradition, three additional Wednesday morning breakfasts are coming in 2025: July 17, July 31, and […]
Backyard Reflections: Phoebes
Empty Nest She fluttered out of a woven moss covered basket above the door at dawn the nest had fallen onto granite stone. Oh my drowning senses couldn’t contain such grief every cell drilled deeper I gasped this cavernous hole had no bottom I continued to fall Nature had Spoken my silent plea went […]