Voting is open until Dec. 22 for the best-decorated business and home in the Bethel Area Chamber of Commerce contest.
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Pie crust recipe a favorite for years | Sun Spots
DEAR SUN SPOTS: You asked about pie crust recipes and here is one I’ve used for years that has been great: In a large bowl, mix together 4 cups flour, 1 tablespoon sugar and 2 teaspoons salt. Add 1 3/4 cups of vegetable shortening at room temperature and stir with a fork until crumbly. In a separate […]
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As community remembers 5-year-old school bus crash victim, police identify driver
The investigation into the crash that killed 5-year-old Simon Gonzalez in Standish continues, according to police.
Posted inMaine, Maine Crime, News, Schools & Education
Maine parents heartbroken after 2 students killed by school buses in a month
Following the deaths of students in Rockland and Standish, parents across the state said they’re devastated by the news but not necessarily more wary of putting their kids on the bus.
Posted inMaine, News
Lewiston calls on incoming council to investigate councilor-elect
Iman Osman’s residency has been at the center of a weekslong controversy in Lewiston.
Posted inMaine, News, The Maine Forecast
High wind, rain and unseasonable warmth on tap for Maine
Many areas could see 40-60 mph gusts on Friday, along with warm temperatures and around an inch of rain.
Posted inMaine, News
Lisbon chooses firm in search for new town manager
Residents will be able to give input on what they would like to see in a town manager during a forum early in the new year.
Posted inMaine, News, Schools & Education
Parents of boy killed in Rockland school bus crash pursue legal action against district
A lawyer for Brayden Callahan’s parents said in a notice to the school that they are seeking $10 million, but a state law will likely cap that at $400,000.
Posted inCommunity, Maine, News, The Franklin Journal, The Rangeley Highlander
Franklin County commissioners must pay back health stipend
The Budget Advisory Committee eliminated the funding in the 2025-26 budget as of July 1.
Posted inMaine, Schools & Education, The Franklin Journal
Farmington-based schools seek AI collaboration, launch new health portal
A proposed partnership with UMF would expand artificial intelligence learning, Superintendent Christian Elkington said.