Report on Franklin County jail shows positive progress, ongoing challenges
A new medical wing, more meeting space and work toward full staffing are highlights of the report.
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Do you cribbage? How about bingo? Well, you can join a growing crowd drawn to these popular games.
We’ve put together a roundup of recurring bingo and cribbage games across the Jay, Livermore Falls, Farmington and Rangeley region.
Family loses farmhouse, attached barn to fire in New Portland
A person at the home on Hancock Pond Road on Thursday night initially reported a chimney fire and quickly called 911 back to say the fire spread into the walls of the house.
3 women who drowned in Flagstaff Lake were trapped under boat, report says
None of the 7 passengers on the boat were wearing life jackets but there were 8 flotation devices stored under seats at the bow of the boat, the report says.
High Peaks Alliance prepares for leadership change, launches 2026 naturalist series
Vice President John Rogers will take over for founder Lloyd Griscom as president, as the group continues its mission of collaboration and public access through new conservation programs.
Franklin County easement secures critical link for snowmobile, ATV trail
The deal on a 600-foot section of trail ensures riders can complete the Randy Bunnell Trail between Rangeley and Phillips.
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.
Northern Franklin County prepares to feed those facing a potential loss of SNAP benefits
From a newly built food pantry at Mt. Abram High School in Salem Township to food drives, individuals and organizations are responding to help their neighbors.
Two dogs die in Kingfield house fire; home destroyed
The Monday morning blaze on West Kingfield Road started around a woodstove, the fire chief said.
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RSU 9 highlights career education impact, meets federal comparability standards
RSU 9 officials reported continued growth in career and technical education participation and confirmed compliance with federal Title I funding requirements.
Here’s a look at the Maine Class D girls basketball championship game
Penobscot Valley is aiming for a second straight state title, while Mt. Abram seeks its first Gold Ball since 2007.
Mt. Abram girls basketball’s quick turnaround leads to deep playoff run
In just three years, the Roadrunners have gone from the bottom of the standings to Class D South champions.
Miss Maine finalists look for titles, and other girls basketball storylines
All three award finalists are in state championship games, Cheverus and Hampden travel similar paths in Class A, and top scorers meet in Class B.
High Peaks Alliance expands outreach, events and conservation efforts
The High Peaks Alliance announced upcoming community events, grant funding and ongoing conservation work across western Maine, highlighting opportunities for public involvement and land protection.
Mt. Abram girls basketball wins first regional title since 2007
Three Roadrunners score 10 points or more to secure a victory over Buckfield in the Class D South final.
Families connect at Children’s Festival in Farmington
The Franklin County Children’s Task Force festival brought hundreds to the Mt. Blue Campus for free activities, hands-on learning and a live animal demonstration.
For restaurant workers, seasonal jobs come with perks
Chefs, cooks and bartenders at Maine’s summer resorts and restaurants return for the season rested and rejuvenated after other jobs and other types of work.
Government dismisses gun, threatening case against Rangeley’s Lucas Sirois
Sirois, 45, was arrested in Farmington in October after he was accused of retrieving firearms and making threats against law enforcement while out on bail.
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