Advocates propose reclassifying the water quality of the river from Rumford to Lisbon — a move they say could spark economic growth.
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Kingfield woman pleads guilty to conspiracy in Franklin County illegal marijuana operation
Alisa Sirois will forfeit almost $500,000 and three properties, and receive limited jail time under the plea agreement.
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Here’s 16 easy hikes in every county in Maine
We’ve finally traded snow boots for hiking boots, so it’s time to discover great hikes in every corner of Maine.
Posted inLewiston-Auburn, Maine, News
Lewiston Safe Voices opens resource center amid worry of federal budget cuts
The unveiling comes at a time when federal funding is uncertain and cuts could lead to downsizing services.
Posted inBusiness, Maine
Maine is a proving ground for commercial chaga farming
With 9,000 acres of forest seeded with chaga mushroom spores, the first harvest of an expected 350,000 pounds is three-and-a-half years away.
Posted inMaine, News
Maine officials warn of thin ice after Franklin County rescue
A game warden and an ice fisherman pulled a 68-year-old Industry man from Clearwater Pond on New Year’s Day.
Posted inMaine, News
Franklin County register of probate on administrative leave pending investigation
Heidi Jordan was elected to her first term as register of probate in November 2021 and is seeking election to a second, four-year term on Nov. 5.
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Franklin County commission board grows in response to a changing county
Proponents say the increase from three to five commissioners will better represent residents in northern Franklin County.
Posted inCops & Courts, Lewiston-Auburn
Police investigate ‘large marijuana grow’ in New Sharon
Police seized evidence from the home, although it was not disclosed what that involved.
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FEMA teams canvass Maine homes to offer disaster relief from Dec. 18 storm
FEMA Disaster Survivor Assistance teams are going door to door in Androscoggin, Franklin, Kennebec, Oxford and Somerset counties to help residents register for disaster assistance from the Dec. 18 storm.