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Will Maine need roughly 84,000 more housing units by 2030? | Fact brief

by J. Craig Anderson Maine Trust for Local News December 1, 2025December 21, 2025

The oft-cited statistic comes from a study conducted on behalf of the Maine State Housing Authority in 2023.

Business, Community, Guides, Life & Culture, Maine

Looking for a Christmas tree? Try these Franklin County small businesses.

by Dee Menear and Rebecca Richard December 1, 2025December 2, 2025

These Franklin County tree farms and nurseries will help you find the perfect Christmas tree to bring home for the holidays.

Arts & Entertainment, Life & Culture, Maine, News

After winning a Grammy with Beyoncé, Auburn native earns another with Bad Bunny

by Christopher Wheelock December 1, 2025December 2, 2025

Colin Leonard took home a Latin Grammy for master engineering the Puerto Rican superstar’s Album of the Year.

Maine, News

Western Maine food pantries expand support as winter approaches

by Rebecca Richard December 1, 2025December 5, 2025

Food pantries across Franklin County are offering expanded hours, free meals and low-barrier access to help residents meet rising food needs.

Maine, News, The Maine Forecast

Winter storm warning issued as Maine braces for first major snowfall of season

by Gillian Graham December 1, 2025December 5, 2025

Some schools were already announcing delays and cancellations, with snow expected to begin Tuesday morning and continue late into the night. At least 8 inches is in the forecast for some areas.

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Holiday festivities planned in 6 central Maine towns

by Staff Report December 1, 2025December 2, 2025

Tree festivals and lightings, parades and traditional celebrations are scheduled for Farmington, Gardiner, Richmond, Skowhegan, Winslow and Winthrop.

Maine, News, Schools and Education

Mt. Blue School Nutrition Program to get federal review

by Rebecca Richard December 1, 2025November 28, 2025

Regional School Unit 9’s School Nutrition Program will be examined as part of the regular oversight cycle and must submit a plan to reduce an excess food service fund balance.