The vigil will highlight winter hardships faced by people experiencing homelessness and honor the memory of Brett Staples.
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Board games and earmuffs: Chester Greenwood Day set for Dec. 6
Farmington celebrates its 49th annual Chester Greenwood Day on Dec. 6 with a themed parade, tree lighting, crafts, carriage rides and a chilly dip in Clearwater Lake.
What to know about Green Wednesday’s preholiday bump for Maine cannabis
Green Wednesday, the day before Thanksgiving, has become a reliable preholiday sales boost for Maine’s recreational cannabis market.
As backcountry rescues rise, some Maine first responders turning to location app for help
A simple 3-word code can help pinpoint emergencies in remote terrain, yet dispatchers and wardens caution that no app can replace planning and backcountry know-how.
Livermore Falls voters approve $2.35 million for Route 17 sewer line upgrades
Residents OK’d the plan at the Nov. 13 special town meeting, clearing the way for the town to seek financing.
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.
Sugarloaf to open for 75th anniversary season Friday
The Carrabassett Valley resort will offer a commemorative 75th anniversary face buff to the first 75 guests in line Friday.
Chiropractor with Livermore Falls roots opens Farmington practice
Dr. Angela Lemire has opened Align & Shine Chiropractic in Farmington, continuing the three-decade legacy of care established by her late father in Livermore Falls.
Hundreds tour $92 million new school in Mexico
Grades 6-8 will begin classes at Mountain Valley Community School Jan. 20, with grades pre-K through 5 beginning on Jan. 26.
Jay woman, Wilton man die in high-speed crash on Route 4 in Livermore
An Androscoggin County Sheriff’s deputy saw a car traveling over 100 mph while observing traffic Monday night at the Turner Town Office complex.