For the most part, downhill resorts can use manmade snow to counter natural shortcomings. But not all slopes have the equipment.
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Forensic experts debate how Standish woman died in 2021 shooting
Brandon Libby, 37, is charged with murder in the death of his girlfriend, 30-year-old Amanda Brown, who died from a single gunshot wound to the stomach.
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Posted inCommunity
Maine Hay Contest recognizes farms, families producing best hay in 2024
WATERVILLE — At the 2024 Maine Forage Conference in November, University of Maine Cooperative Extension recognized the winning farms of the Maine Hay Contest: Hardy Farm in Farmington, Melody Ridge Farm in Pittsfield and Conant Acres in Canton. Hardy Farm, an organic dairy operation run by Henry and Teresa Hardy, has around 85 registered Ayrshires […]
Posted inBusiness, Maine, Morning Sentinel, News
Skowhegan’s Maine Grains eyes expansion with grants totaling $700,000
The Skowhegan miller says it intends to purchase $1.3 million of equipment to produce grain-based foods and other products.
Posted inMaine, News
Maine state offices opening at 10 a.m. Tuesday
An overnight storm could bring between 1 and 3 inches of snow to some parts of Maine, and is likely to impact commutes Tuesday morning.
Posted inHealth, Maine, Outdoors
Lyme cases set another record as ticks spread across Maine
Ten years of data by the Maine CDC show that the tick-borne illness continues to spread and intensify, especially in the midcoast and Down East regions.
Posted inCommunity
Holiday concert set for Freeport Dec. 19
Proceeds benefit Freeport Community Services, a nonprofit dedicated to supporting families and individuals in need.
Posted inBusiness, Maine
Avelo Airlines launches flights between Portland, New Haven
It is the low-cost carrier’s first Maine route.
Posted inCommunity
Waterville issues winter parking ban
WATERVILLE — The city asks that the Concourse and Downtown be kept clear of parking from midnight to 6 a.m. Tuesday, Dec. 10, to allow for snow cleanup by the Public Works Department. Overnight parking is permitted at the Head of Falls Municipal Parking Lot. For more information, contact Public Works at 207-680-4744. Check […]
Posted inMaine
Seven land trusts receive L.L.Bean grant funding for priority conservation projects
Through the support of the L.L.Bean Maine Land Trust Grant Program, Maine Coast Heritage Trust awarded funds ranging from $8,000-$10,000 for conservation projects in six counties across the state.