Doug and Rita Sukeforth and their family for many years raised hundreds of thousands of dollars with annual events, but they say that because of the unpredictability of the coronavirus pandemic, they must stop hosting the tree festival.
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Solon-Embden bridge named after prominent area family
The new Jotham and Emma Stevens Bridge links past and present.
Carrabec voters to consider $10.4 million school budget proposal
The final vote on the budget, which is $50,686 higher than last year’s spending plan, will be held on June 8.
Skowhegan-based school district looks to return to classrooms in fall
Superintendent in Maine School Administrative District 54 says lack of certainty with state COVID-19 guidelines makes planning difficult.
Staffing shortages result in 3 central Maine schools shifting to remote learning
As Somerset County sees an uptick in cases, some district superintendents have decided to shift to remote learning for the remainder of the week.
Carrabec schools to go completely in-person this fall, superintendent says
Regional School Unit 74 Superintendent Mike Tracy told the board of directors Wednesday evening that the district will eliminate hybrid and remote learning options.
Carrabec senior to receive 2021 Principal’s Award
Courtney Peabody, daughter of Robert and Carrie Peabody of Solon and a senior at Carrabec High School, is receiving the 2021 Principal’s Award.
Anson and Solon report full Town Meeting results; Mercer conducts election, with Town Meeting in April
The three towns had at least part of their annual meetings Saturday, with two going into the evening.
Carrabec schools superintendent calls for students to be learning in person all the time
Mike Tracy wrote in a letter to Gov. Janet Mills and Maine’s congressional delegation that keeping students out of the classroom is negatively impacting them as more cases of drug abuse, food insecurity, mental health and domestic violence are reported.
House fire in Solon ruled accidental
Officials say occupants of the house at 70 McQuilkin Road were injured Jan. 9 while trying to save their pets.