Global conflicts, storm recovery costs, aging infrastructure and inflation have all factored into cost increases in recent years, according to federal and state agencies.
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Here’s where to grab a bite in the Rangeley area this mud season
As activity slows down for mud season, many businesses close their doors for a while. Below is a list of restaurants that are open and serving meals around northern Franklin County this spring.
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Posted inArts & Entertainment, Life & Culture, News, Things to Do
7 Maine events include Tig Notaro and ‘Once Upon a Mattress’
Also, see James Austin Johnson from ‘Saturday Night Live’ in Waldoboro and Bangor.
Posted inArts & Entertainment, Maine, News
Barry Manilow’s Portland concert rescheduled for July
The pop singer’s show scheduled for April 19 at Cross Insurance Arena had been postponed due to his health.
Posted inArts & Entertainment, Life & Culture, Maine, News, Things to Do
The Maine Jewish Film Festival kicks off its most ambitious lineup yet
The film festival celebrates its 27th year with a slate of films in theaters across southern and central Maine.
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Creative writing workshop to be held at Farmington shop
The May 14 workshop, led by Wilton educator Tara Moyle, will guide writers of all levels in starting and developing their work.
Posted inGuides, News, Things to Do
Comedy, music, theater set for central Maine this week
Soul Asylum Acoustic is ready to perform in Gardiner, Rodney Carrington readies for Portland show, ‘Once Upon a Mattress’ will be staged in Waterville, and a Bella Ann concert is set for Gardiner.
Posted inCommunity, News, Outdoors
Walrath Woods project expands river access near Farmington
High Peaks Alliance is working to raise the remaining money to conserve a 120-acre Sandy River property near Farmington for permanent public access.
Posted inBusiness, Community, Maine, News
Wedding caterer who left Maine newlyweds hanging must pay restitution
A restitution hearing is set in the case against Bethany Gregory, a Bangor-based caterer who failed to follow through on contracted services.
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Sertex opens Sidney office to build ‘middle-mile’ broadband in Maine
The company was chosen in 2025 to design and build the majority of the MOOSE Network project that will improve internet access in more than 100 communities.