Oakland, Belgrade, Sidney and Rome are among the towns being asked to pitch in more money in an ongoing war against the quick-spreading weed.
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Tower dispute threatens relations between Oakland, Sidney
Sidney’s selectboard is seeking an early exit from a five-year contract on a communications tower, but Oakland’s town council says it expects payment in full.
Oakland officials hope fourth time’s a charm for school seat
Three people in succession have opted out of the RSU 18 board of directors seat, necessitating a fourth search.
Fairfield’s former Gerald Hotel now a site for stories, karaoke
The hotel’s new senior residents have created an emerging culture of storytelling which honors the historic roots of the downtown building.
Federal wrangling delays fresh food vouchers for Maine seniors
Maine’s Senior FarmShare program, which gives the elderly vouchers for food at their local farmers markets, has been temporarily suspended; but state officials expect to make up for the delay with a compressed timetable.
Colby College art museum hosts politically charged exhibit by Cairo artists
The video-driven exhibit opened on the third anniversary of the Tahrir Square occupation and documents Egypt during a time of political and social upheaval.
Winslow woman accused of theft from wrestling booster club may head to trial soon
Wendi Willette pleaded not guilty to stealing thousands from the Winslow High School China field hockey clubs, and will go to trial unless she accepts a plea deal.
Oakland manager proposes pay hike for some town employees
Eight town officials, including the police chief and head librarian, could get raises that put them more in line with same-sized towns.
Police: Oakland teen charged with driving nearly double the speed limit
Cory Gooldrup, 18, was driving 82 mph in a 45 mph zone on Middle Road in Oakland, police said.
Marfan syndrome sufferers seek support in central Maine
When Marfan, a rare genetic disorder, is diagnosed, it can usually be controlled.