Sen. King gets whirlwind tour of Skowhegan and investments that signal promising future

Independent U.S. Sen. Angus King, whose first professional job was in Skowhegan, was in town Monday to hear how federal money is being invested in projects, including the River Park and redeveloping the former Solon Manufacturing Co. mill.

Two arrested in Skowhegan traffic stop that nets 200 unlicensed marijuana plants in trailer

Working with the U.S. Border Patrol, Skowhegan police Chief David Bucknam stopped a pickup truck that was hauling a 21-foot trailer with potted marijuana plants inside.

Skowhegan student makes Elms College dean’s list

Charter Communications to buy out Bee Line Cable in Somerset, Franklin counties

Charter Communication is currently in the process of acquiring Bee Line Cable, one of Maine's oldest broadband providers, according to General Manager George Allen.

Skowhegan Drive-In Theatre to return for another summer as owner works to secure buyer

The landmark theater is one of about 300 drive-ins still operating across the country, and owner Don Brown says he is trying to find new revenue streams to keep it operational.

Gifford’s outlines temporary production plans following fire at Skowhegan facility

Gifford's Ice Cream announced its plans Wednesday to get "back to business" with four production partners until repairs are made to their Skowhegan facility.

Educational center to offer college planning sessions in April

No injuries reported after Skowhegan home heavily damaged by fire

The accidental fire on Tuesday, which officials said was caused by electrical malfunctioning, occurred on Butler Street, just east of Redington-Fairview General Hospital.

Emerson College honors local dean’s list students

Skowhegan asks state to push up repaving plans for deteriorating Madison Avenue

The Board of Selectmen sent a letter last week to the Maine Department of Transportation asking it adjust its paving schedule for the region to include work on Madison Avenue, one of the busiest roads in town.