Each of the thousands of Maine children served by the Toy Fund will get a new book plus several toys as part of their holiday celebrations this year.
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Community nonprofit to reopen storied outdoor center in Presque Isle
The Nordic Heritage Outdoor Center is expected to reopen this weekend after being bought last week from the Libra Foundation for $1 million.
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Federal judge throws out Trump order blocking development of wind energy
The ruling favors a coalition of attorneys general from Washington, D.C., and 17 states, including Maine, that challenged the president’s Jan. 20 order that paused leasing and permitting for wind energy projects.
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Lovell girl, 7, goes missing for hours while on school transportation
Regional School Unit 72 in Fryeburg set a special meeting Monday to address the situation.
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Raymond to host hearing on recall of Select Board members
Residents behind the recall allege that Denis Morse and Kaela Gonzalez created a toxic work environment, resulting in the resignations of two town managers.
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Matt Dunlap, hoping to replace Jared Golden, defends abortion record
Dunlap, who is running for Congress in Maine’s 2nd District, explained a more than 2-decade-old antiabortion vote.
Posted inCops & Courts, Maine, News, Times Record
2 charged in Brunswick nighttime crossbow hunting incident
A Durham man and a Lewiston man were arrested after police found 2 dead deer and a loaded crossbow in an SUV during a traffic stop Monday.
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Skater rescues loon stuck on pond in Smithfield
John Picone of South Portland was skating Sunday on East Pond and spotted the adult loon in a small pool of water surrounded by ice. He captured the rescue on video.
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Poland Spring Resort offers winter dining for first time in 50 years
The Buzz: Mel’s Hilltop Restaurant open year-round.
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Westbrook celebrates holidays with miles of lights
Westbrook’s annual tree lighting event drew its biggest crowd yet.