The cause of the fire, which leveled the house and adjacent barns, remains under investigation.
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Sugarloaf to open for 75th anniversary season Friday
The Carrabassett Valley resort will offer a commemorative 75th anniversary face buff to the first 75 guests in line Friday.
J. Crew shirt resembling social media-famous Maine dogs raises questions about creative protections
The owner of the ‘Dog Named Stella’ account says people are mistakenly believing the shirt is a collaboration between him and the retailer.
Holiday festivals, comedy, concerts among 6 things to do in central Maine
Yellow Brick Road concert, a comedy series at UMA and an evening with Academy Award winner Ernest Thompson are among area entertainment options coming up.
Maine saw highest voter turnout in years for an off-year election
A total of 47% of registered voters cast ballots in the November election, the highest percentage for an off-year election in 15 years.
Congress moves decisively to pass bill forcing DOJ to release Epstein files
The remarkable display of bipartisan approval, including from Maine’s delegation, came after months of opposition from Republicans and President Donald Trump.
Chiropractor with Livermore Falls roots opens Farmington practice
Dr. Angela Lemire has opened Align & Shine Chiropractic in Farmington, continuing the three-decade legacy of care established by her late father in Livermore Falls.
Christmas tree erected in Augusta
The annual holiday tree lighting events are set for 2-6 p.m. Nov. 29 in Market Square.
Vassalboro sewer district still can’t act on financial crisis after latest resignation
Board treasurer Jenna Davies’ resignation, after 46 days on the job, marks the beginning of a new period of stagnation for the debt-riddled sanitary district.
Belgrade set to build $6.8M Central Fire Station
As the federal government shutdown ended, the town was notified last week that it will receive $4.7 million in federal funding to help with the project.