Proposed autism registry is ‘dangerous,’ Maine disability rights activists say

The Trump administration has announced a sweeping autism study that will use private medical records from federal and commercial databases.

Fire that destroyed Unity flower shop, home believed to have been caused by cat

The fire reported at 6:51 a.m. Saturday on Depot Street drew firefighters from 12 towns, according to a fire official.

Oxford academy postpones dinner, show

Oxford Hills Christian Academy in Oxford has postponed its annual Comedy Night Dinner from this Saturday to March 1, due to the expected snowstorm.

Contractor seriously injured in Sappi mill accident

A contractor working at the Sappi Somerset Mill in Skowhegan fell through a roof opening Friday and suffered serious injuries, according to a Sappi official.

The gift of giving is the best gift of all

Having the privilege of handing out $100 bills to deserving strangers just before Christmas and seeing their reactions was more heartwarming than receiving any physical gift, Amy Calder writes.

Waterville marks Veterans Day with parade, ceremony

Guest speaker Donald H. Marden, a U.S. Army veteran, retired major general in the Maine Army National Guard, former Superior Court justice and Waterville mayor and the current first vice commander of Bourque-Lanigan American Legion Post No. 5, addressed the crowd outside City Hall.

Senate District 3: Brad Farrin, R-Norridgewock

Senate District 3 comprises Benton, Canaan, Clinton, Detroit, Dixmont, Etna, Madison, Newport, Norridgewock, Palmyra, Pittsfield, Plymouth, Skowhegan, Stetson and Unity Township.

Photos: Check out the incredible northern lights as photographed by our readers

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There’s a chance to see the northern lights in Maine this week

The forecast suggests Thursday night might be a great opportunity to see the northern lights in parts of Maine.

Local Scouts spend weekend at wildlife refuge