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UMF Summer Daze Camp returns with time-travel theme

by Rebecca Richard May 29, 2026May 29, 2026

The Fitness and Recreation Center will offer its annual summer camp from June 15 to Aug. 7 for children entering grades 1-7.

Community, News

Fire at Chaos Coffee Cafe in Wilton ruled accidental

by Donna M. Perry May 28, 2026May 28, 2026

The fire on Sunday is believed to have started on the first floor in the rear of the building, sending one person to the hospital, authorities said.

Community, News, Schools and Education

Attendance at Farmington-area schools rebounds from pandemic

by Rebecca Richard May 27, 2026May 27, 2026

Students in RSU 9 are missing school at a lower rate since the spike of absenteeism during the pandemic years, but Superintendent Christian Elkington said family vacations during school days is concerning.

Community, News, Schools and Education

Mt. Blue voters send $46.2M school budget to referendum

by Rebecca Richard May 27, 2026May 27, 2026

About 40 people attended RSU 9’s annual budget meeting May 26, where all articles passed, including $3.7 million in additional local funds.

Business, Community, Food & Dining, News

First summer watermelons arrive in western Maine

by Rebecca Richard May 27, 2026May 22, 2026

Watermelons have returned to grocery stores and roadside stands as residents prepare for another summer of picnics, hikes and cold slices in the heat.

Community, News

Wilton state representative pleads guilty to violating Clean Election law

by Donna M. Perry May 26, 2026May 29, 2026

Hall was sentenced to 48 hours in jail to be served through an alternative sentencing program and 100 hours of community service.

Community, Food & Dining, News, Recipes

Rhubarb season returns to Maine gardens and kitchen tables

by Rebecca Richard May 21, 2026May 28, 2026

As rhubarb emerges across Maine gardens this spring, growers and cooks are once again turning the tart perennial into pies, jams, sauces and other seasonal favorites.