A large plume of black smoke was visible for miles as firefighters rushed to Robbins Lumber in Waldo County, where state Fire Marshal Shawn Esler said at an afternoon press conference “we have not even really begun a scene examination.”
Community
Gardiner-area school district considering moving elementary students to balance class sizes
A proposed policy change would allow the superintendent to transfer students, even against their parents’ wishes, among elementary schools in Gardiner, West Gardiner and Pittston.
Oakland mobile home owners rally to stop rent increases: ‘We’re not being heard’
At the midpoint of a 90-day rent freeze, residents say Oakland hasn’t made progress toward passing a rent stabilization ordinance.
5 teens charged in Madison break-ins
The sheriff’s office received reports Sunday of several motor vehicle break-ins and homes with broken windows.
Farmington middle school sees jump in sports participation
More than 30% of Mt. Blue Middle School students are participating in spring sports this year as the school expands athletic and student engagement opportunities.
Farmington selects firm for Main Street construction project
The $2.66 million contract for the Main Street Phase 1 rebuild will go to Scully Construction of Smithfield after answering questions about experience, staffing and project timelines.
Augusta school board changes public comment policy after free speech ruling
Nicholas Blanchard, the conservative activist who sued over the policy, attended Wednesday’s meeting to protest the board’s new version, saying it was ‘still unconstitutional.’
Skowhegan tells church-run homeless shelter its residents have to go
The town sent the cease and desist letter Tuesday to Shelters by Jesus, housed within the Trinity Evangelical Free Church.
Maine Big Night volunteer still waiting for frogs, rain and road rescues
Warm rain and dark roads brought frogs, salamanders and spring peepers out during the annual migration known as Maine Big Night.