FARMINGTON — Franklin County officials say they face a logistical nightmare because Somerset County commissioners recently decided to stop accepting inmates from other communities at their jail.

MONMOUTH — Ending a relationship is almost always painful, but it remains to be seen just how much it would hurt for the community to break up with Regional School Unit 2.

AUGUSTA — When Republican lawmakers took office with majorities in both chambers nearly two years ago, they pledged to cut state spending and, in particular, the state’s Medicaid program.

AUGUSTA — Every legislative session has its quirks. Here are a few memorable events that occurred while the 125th Legislature was in session:

It’s fairly common for Maine governors to highlight their first 100 days in office, but Gov. Paul LePage went a step farther on Friday, releasing a 20-page booklet touting his policy accomplishments in his first 500 days as the state’s chief executive.

ALBION — A 14-year-old boy was killed Thursday when he lost control of the SUV he was driving.

PITTSFIELD — An airplane show featuring experimental aircraft and vintage World War II fighters and bombers will fly in for the Central Maine Egg Festival in July.