Students and staff were recognized at the Dec. 13 assembly.
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Posted inLocal Government, News
Franklin County commissioners recognize 8 residents with Spirit of America Foundation Tribute award
Not all awardees were in attendance and one award was given posthumously.
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Posted inBusiness, News
Gov. Mills announces 2024 business excellence awards
The awards celebrate Maine businesses that excel in the manufacturing and service professions.
Posted inMaine, Maine Crime
Man serving 43 years for Readfield murder dies in New Jersey prison
The attorney general’s office said it is investigating a state prison in Newark where David Silva died after an encounter with corrections officers.
Posted inLocal Government, News
Kingfield Select Board discusses sidewalk clearing and speed initiatives
The Kingfield Select Board discussed winter sidewalk maintenance challenges, promoted a communitywide speed reduction initiative, and addressed pedestrian safety concerns during its recent meeting.
Posted inKennebec Journal, Maine, Schools and Education
Maine assesses options after electric bus provider seeks credit protection
Several school districts across Maine have received buses from the Quebec-based Lion Electric and have reported continuing problems with the vehicles.
Posted inMaine, Maine Crime, News
Maine crime rates fell again in 2023, continuing a downward trend
The number of reported rapes, aggravated assaults and robberies were all down last year, but there were increases in drug and animal cruelty crimes.
Posted inNation & World, News
Alleged Gilgo Beach serial killer charged in 7th death
The suspect, a New York architect, was already accused of killing 6 other women, including Megan Waterman of Scarborough.
Posted inElection 2024, Maine, News, Politics
Maine officially casts its Electoral College votes for Harris, Trump
Three votes were cast each for Kamala Harris and Tim Walz, and one vote each for Donald Trump and JD Vance.
Posted inLife & Culture, Maine, News
Mainers prefer fake Christmas trees? For real
An online poll conducted by the University of New Hampshire’s Survey Center also tested public opinion about Christmas movies, holiday expressions and whether people were expecting snow next week.