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When birds irrupt, winter wakes up

by Rebecca Richard December 22, 2025December 23, 2025

Winter birding across Maine highlights familiar winter species, simple tracking clues, feeder tips and welcoming places for residents to enjoy wildlife all season.

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Welcoming vegans at the holiday table, the Maine way

by Rebecca Richard December 21, 2025December 23, 2025

A practical, local guide to understanding veganism during the holidays, with simple hosting tips and Maine-based gift and food ideas that help everyone feel included.

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Christmas wishes flow in for 7-year-old Maine girl fighting cancer

by Salomé Cloteaux December 20, 2025December 22, 2025

Lucy Hanson was diagnosed with bone cancer in October. The community has rallied around her, flooding her hospital room with Christmas cards, gifts and donations.

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Unsolved armed robbery in Livermore Falls leaves clerk shaken

by Donna M. Perry December 18, 2025December 22, 2025

‘I haven’t been back to work. I can’t even drive to the store; it makes me cry,’ the 55-year-old local woman said.

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Franklin County commissioners must pay back health stipend

by Donna M. Perry December 17, 2025December 17, 2025

The Budget Advisory Committee eliminated the funding in the 2025-26 budget as of July 1.

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Public interest payphones a critical safety link in Maine

by Rebecca Richard December 4, 2025December 8, 2025

Public interest payphones in Maine continue to provide a crucial and free, yet aging, connection for people who need a dependable way to call for help.