The building had been standing since the end of December, when a second-floor fire destroyed its upper stories.

The Swan Island Wildlife Management Area has also debuted an online reservation system to make booking reservations for day use and camping easier.

The Maine Department of Inland Fisheries & Wildlife hopes to hold more controlled burns in future years because of the benefits they can have for wildlife and soil.

The fire is intended to improve bird habitat and clear out invasive plants on the island, located in the Kennebec River.

Town Clerk certifies 252 signatures, allowing town residents to vote again on whether they want to allow Sunday alcohol sales at bars and restaurants in town.