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From Mount Mica to the ‘Big Find,’ Western Maine’s history told by tourmaline

by Rebecca Richard January 25, 2026January 26, 2026

From unearthing tourmaline in 1820 in West Paris to the world-changing 1972 discovery in Newry, the state has a place on the global mineral map.

Local & State, News, Things to Do

Guided winter activities to show off Rangeley-area conservation lands

by Rebecca Richard January 22, 2026January 20, 2026

Rangeley Lakes Heritage Trust is hosting a series of free activities for all g experience levels throughout February and March.

Community, Local & State, News

Farmington to research replacement of tower truck

by Rebecca Richard January 20, 2026January 23, 2026

The Farmington Select Board authorized the fire chief to look into replacement and financing options for the aging Tower 3 fire apparatus.

Local & State, News, Schools and Education

Farmington-based schools face special education budget pressures

by Rebecca Richard January 20, 2026January 23, 2026

The Regional School Unit 9 board of directors received updates from the superintendent during its Jan. 13 meeting.

Local & State, Maine Crime, News

Farmington man charged with arson after camper fire

by Staff report January 16, 2026January 16, 2026

A fire marshal’s investigation determined the Thursday fire was set intentially.

Local & State, News

Franklin County may seek appointed treasurer to safeguard finances

by Donna M. Perry January 13, 2026January 26, 2026

As Washington County struggles with a multi-million-dollar budget deficit, officials in Franklin, Androscoggin and Oxford counties say oversight and accountability are key.

Local & State, News, Schools and Education

Bill would fund western Maine college-prep program cut by Trump

by Joe Charpentier January 13, 2026January 16, 2026

Federal funding for the University of Maine at Farmington’s River Valley Upward Bound program was revoked last year.

Community, Local & State, News, Outdoors

As skijoring grows in Maine, locals say it’s all about the partnership

by Rebecca Richard January 12, 2026January 16, 2026

From dog-powered trail runs to horse-drawn fairground races, skijoring is taking shape in western and central Maine as a winter sport built on preparation, shared access and control on snow.