A calm winter weather window allowed the Mount Washington Auto Road SnowCoach to reach the summit, an uncommon opportunity normally prevented by extreme conditions.
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Maine municipal and press associations reach compromise on publishing public notices
A bill, as initially proposed, would have allowed towns to post notices about upcoming meetings on their websites instead of in newspapers.
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Do you cribbage? How about bingo? Well, you can join a growing crowd drawn to these popular games.
We’ve put together a roundup of recurring bingo and cribbage games across the Jay, Livermore Falls, Farmington and Rangeley region.
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From Mount Mica to the ‘Big Find,’ Western Maine’s history told by tourmaline
From unearthing tourmaline in 1820 in West Paris to the world-changing 1972 discovery in Newry, the state has a place on the global mineral map.
Posted inCops & Courts, Maine, News
Farmington man charged with arson after camper fire
A fire marshal’s investigation determined the Thursday fire was set intentially.
Posted inMaine, News, Schools and Education
Bill would fund western Maine college-prep program cut by Trump
Federal funding for the University of Maine at Farmington’s River Valley Upward Bound program was revoked last year.
Posted inMaine, News, Outdoors
As skijoring grows in Maine, locals say it’s all about the partnership
From dog-powered trail runs to horse-drawn fairground races, skijoring is taking shape in western and central Maine as a winter sport built on preparation, shared access and control on snow.
Posted inCommunity, Do This, Guides, Maine, News, Outdoors, The Maine Forecast
Hiking with a dog this winter? Here’s what you need to know.
As winter continues and spring approaches, dog owners can enjoy Maine trails safely by planning ahead and following basic trail etiquette.
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How labels make or break Maine’s recreational cannabis compliance system
Cannabis products sold in Bethel were found to have recreational sales stickers stuck over intact medical-use labels, revealing how Maine’s retail system relies entirely on visible labeling rather than individual product verification.
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Need a coffee break? Here’s where you can caffeinate across Jay, nearby Franklin County towns
From convenience stores and farm markets to espresso bars and cafés, this guide highlights where residents grab coffee across Jay, Livermore, Livermore Falls and nearby Franklin County towns.