Boothby’s Orchard in Livermore and Rustic Roots Farm in Farmington share a deep commitment to feeding their communities and sustaining Franklin County agriculture.
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Posted inNation & World, News
Hamas releases all living hostages and Israel frees prisoners under Gaza deal
Hamas released all 20 remaining living hostages on Monday as part of a ceasefire deal.
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Posted inMaine, Maine Crime, News
In Bingham, juvenile crime has officials, residents looking for solutions
About 25 people attended a meeting with law enforcement and corrections officials Thursday to discuss an apparent uptick in crime committed by a small group of minors.
Posted inMaine, News, Politics
Maine lawmakers target Trump policies, AI and more ahead of next session
The 250-plus emergency bills submitted range from making the potato the state vegetable to addressing federal health care cuts.
Posted inArts & Entertainment, Leslie Bridgers, Maine, News
They heard The Thirsty Pig was haunted. So they spent the night there. | Column
Two local musicians wanted to promote their Halloween event at the Portland bar — and witness the phenomena themselves.
Posted inNew England Patriots, News, Sports
Maye throws 3 TD passes and the Patriots hold on to beat the Saints 25-19
Drake Maye had three touchdown passes of 25 or more yards, including two to Kayshon Boutte, and the New England Patriots outlasted the New Orleans Saints 25-19
Posted inMaine, News
Pumpkin boat regatta highlights annual festival in Damariscotta
The town’s Pumpkinfest draws crowds for the giant carved-out pumpkins racing down the river and other gourd-related events over the holiday weekend.
Posted inMaine, News
When Maine day care centers stay quiet about abuse and neglect within their walls
Two cases show the difficulty of holding day cares accountable when they are responsible for reporting themselves.
Posted inFood & Dining, Life & Culture, Maine, News
At Unity farm, goats star on Open Creamery Day
Honey Wilde Farm was one of several creameries that opened its doors Sunday for the Maine Cheese Guild’s annual Open Creamery Day.
Posted inMaine, News
Storm to bring wind, rain to southern Maine and coast
Winds could reach 40 mph along the coast, with up to 1.5 inches of rain.