Advocates propose reclassifying the water quality of the river from Rumford to Lisbon — a move they say could spark economic growth.
Durham
Posted inObituaries
Obituary: Carolyn A. Russell
DURHAM – Carolyn A. Russell passed away at home on May 4, 2025. She was 74 years old. She was married …
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Posted inBusiness, Lewiston-Auburn, Maine, News
Maine Tesla owners remain mixed on Elon Musk’s brand
The once-revered electric vehicles have endured vandalism, public scorn and a wave of trade-ins by some drivers no longer comfortable with what the brand represents.
Posted inMaine, News, Politics
Farmers angry over federal funding cuts rally at Maine State House
They showed up, on their tractors, to protest millions in cuts to federal grants, canceled support for school lunches and the termination of 20% of USDA workers who support Maine’s farmers.
Posted inTimes Record Opinion
A responsible, governing budget for all
Every two years, the Maine Legislature is responsible for drafting a state budget that works for all Maine people — an almost impossible task given the variety of issues and challenges that affect all of us. While each community that I serve here in House District 98 — Durham, Pownal and parts of Bowdoin, Lisbon […]
Posted inSoftball, Sports, Varsity Maine
Freeport and Monmouth softball teams tune up for the season
The Falcons hosted the Mustangs for a preseason game Thursday.
Posted inTimes Record
Freeport-area school budget priorities serve students and taxpayers
The Regional School Unit 5 Board of Directors has worked diligently to develop a budget that is focused on the goals of the district and the needs of our students while remaining responsive to the needs of our taxpayers. The Board of Directors’ proposed operating budget for FY26 is $44,455,929, which is an overall increase […]
Posted inGirls Lacrosse, Sports, Times Record Sports, Varsity Maine
Experienced Freeport girls lacrosse looking for redemption
The Falcons return 17 varsity players from last year’s Class B runner-up squad.
Posted inForecaster Opinion, The Forecaster
RSU 5 Superintendent’s Notebook: RSU 5 welcomes public participation in budget development
RSU 5 is well into the process of developing a budget for the 2025-2026 school year that will allow us to continue to provide a high quality education and move our district forward, while at the same time being fiscally responsible to the taxpayer. The RSU 5 board of directors has been presented with the […]
Posted inBusiness, Maine, News
Abbott Labs sued for alleged ADA, human rights and whistleblower protection violations
Two former employees say the Scarborough plant failed to accommodate their disabilities and created a hostile work environment after they outed the company for pushing out defective COVID-19 tests.