Mt. Blue baseball pulls away late, takes down Messalonskee
Karter Meader throws a complete game as the Cougars close out the regular season on a four-game winning streak.
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Franklin County leaders criticize Sugarloaf for not repaying $152,224 grant
‘We didn’t sugarcoat it, we told them that this is taxpayers’ money and we need it,’ Chairman Bob Carlton said.
Strong resident hired as interim Franklin County administrator
With the departure of Amy Bernard, Susan Pratt will step in to help with the transition as the county seeks a new administrator.
Central Maine readies for festivals, theater & concerts
Daponte String Quartet plans Farmington performance, ‘Jailbirds’ to be staged in Madison, Preservation Hall Jazz Band prepares for Waterville concert, and the Maine Fiber Frolic in Windsor are among upcoming things to do.
UMF Emery Center to show Phil Poirier landscapes this summer
The University of Maine at Farmington to present a solo exhibit of landscape paintings by Rumford native Phil Poirier from June 13 to Sept. 17 in Farmington.
Get lost with us on a Sunday drive through western Maine
Feel like a leisurely drive on a beautiful day? Want to enjoy all the scenery that western Maine has to offer? We’ve got the guide for you.
How Maine’s many different high school baseball fields change the game
From short porches to deep gaps to massive foul territory, the specificities of each park can alter how coaches and players approach the sport.
UMF Summer Daze Camp returns with time-travel theme
The Fitness and Recreation Center will offer its annual summer camp from June 15 to Aug. 7 for children entering grades one to seven.
High Peaks Alliance seeks volunteers for summer trail work
The volunteers will focus on erosion, drainage and long-term trail access in the High Peaks Region.
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Bowdoin temporarily withdraws Kingfield campsite application
The college will reapply after 6 months to allow the town time to review its ordinances.
Fire at Chaos Coffee Cafe in Wilton ruled accidental
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.
Attendance at Farmington-area schools rebounds from pandemic
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.
Mt. Blue voters send $46.2M school budget to referendum
About 40 people attended RSU 9’s annual budget meeting May 26, where all articles passed, including $3.7 million in additional local funds.
First summer watermelons arrive in western Maine
Watermelons have returned to grocery stores and roadside stands as residents prepare for another summer of picnics, hikes and cold slices in the heat.
Wilton state representative pleads guilty to violating Clean Election law
Hall was sentenced to 48 hours in jail to be served through an alternative sentencing program and 100 hours of community service.
Bowdoin’s proposed Kingfield campsite would be a win-win | Opinion
Maine ought to be shared with the people who live here, its students among them. With a new outdoor center, my college is looking to do just that in the most safe and respectful way possible.
Youth artwork shown at Carrabassett Valley Public Library
The exhibit showed art work by students from Stratton School, Western Maine Center for Kids, Carrabassett Valley Academy and a homeschool group for the community to celebrate.
Maine game warden killed in plane crash honored: ‘Josh will never be forgotten’
Law enforcement members across Maine paid their respects to Joshua Tibbetts in Bangor on Thursday.
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