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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Posted inCommunity, Maine
Unsolved armed robbery in Livermore Falls leaves clerk shaken
‘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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Posted inHealth, Maine, News
Cannabis recalls spark questions about chemical testing in Maine
Three recalls tied to the same cannabis producer are raising questions about transparency and regulatory follow-through.
Posted inCommunity, Maine, News
Franklin County commissioners must pay back health stipend
The Budget Advisory Committee eliminated the funding in the 2025-26 budget as of July 1.
Posted inBoys Basketball, Sports, Varsity Maine
Hall-Dale boys basketball outlasts Spruce Mountain in Class C South showdown
Tayshaun Cleveland takes over in the second half as the Bulldogs prevail in a battle of two top MVC teams.
Posted inBoys Basketball, Sports, Varsity Maine
Mt. Abram boys basketball beats Spruce Mountain on last-second shot
Chase Ross hits the winning 3-pointer to lift the Roadrunners over the Phoenix.
Posted inMaine, News, Schools and Education
Spruce Mountain schools in Jay area to keep transgender sports policy as it preps for lawsuit
The RSU 73 board voted 9-4 to keep its policy in place, choosing to defend its transgender sports access restrictions despite warnings about legal exposure and taxpayer cost.
Posted inCommunity, Maine, News
Public interest payphones a critical safety link in Maine
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.
Posted inMaine, News
Western Maine food pantries expand support as winter approaches
Food pantries across Franklin County are offering expanded hours, free meals and low-barrier access to help residents meet rising food needs.
Posted inMaine, News
Androscoggin, Franklin, Oxford counties expected to get $5 million from opioid settlement
The state anticipates getting more than $230 million through 2038 from settlements with opioid manufacturers, distributors and other sources to prevent and fight addiction.