Franklin County panel finalizes budget, keeping commissioner benefits
The Budget Advisory Committee had eliminated the $31,011 in flex benefits before commissioners restored it in a 4-1 vote Monday.
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Phillips-area voters reject school budget
The $13.21M spending plan was defeated, 576-525.
Mt. Abram High School graduates 49 seniors
Family and friends celebrate the class of 2026 during commencement June 5.
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.
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.
Peru man wanted in fatal Auburn crash arrested in Phillips
Albert Deschaine was convicted of manslaughter for the death of an Auburn man, but failed to show up for sentencing.
Festival season is back in Franklin County. Here are a few events you can plan for this summer.
From Rangeley to Farmington, these festivals will keep you entertained all summer long.
Here’s where to grab a bite in the Rangeley area this mud season
As activity slows down for mud season, many businesses close their doors for a while. Below is a list of restaurants that are open and serving meals around northern Franklin County this spring.
As Iran war escalates, Maine military moms look to each other for support
A group hopes to form Maine’s first chapter of the Blue Star Mothers of America.
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A western Maine guide to farm stands and shops
Places to buy fresh produce, meats and dairy abound in western Maine.
Wilson Lake group sets July 19 annual meeting in Wilton
Friends of Wilson Lake will gather July 19 in Wilton with updates on water quality, boat inspections, loon monitoring and watershed work.
2 cats die in Kingfield vet clinic fire
Firefighters from 8 area towns responded Tuesday afternoon to help fight the fire at Carrabassett Veterinary Services.
Carrabassett Valley housing development receives $1M grant
The grant will be used to develop 12-14 workforce housing units near Sugarloaf Mountain.
Mt. Blue schools formalize bell-to-bell phone restrictions
RSU 9 directors adopted a detailed cellphone policy requiring students to keep connected personal devices off and stored throughout the school day, with limited exceptions.
Kingfield to hold special town meeting July 13
Residents will be asked to decide on a moratorium ordinance and a sewer line easement.
Here are some cooling centers in the Rangeley region
Kingfield, Eustis and Strong all have designated cooling centers for those looking to get out of the heat this weekend.
New Sharon school eyes new program to aid critical student needs
A proposed Cape Cod Hill Community School program would use $50,000 to help students and families with food, clothing, winter gear, emergency support and seasonal needs.
Grand Falls Hut, ATV trail near The Forks get Somerset County TIF dollars
Both expenditures are aimed at improving outdoor recreation infrastructure in remote parts of the county.
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