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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Yes, everybody, there are Black people in Maine
The community may be small, but Black Mainers are a big part of the state’s history. Now, new businesses and efforts are attracting Black tourists and residents by challenging stereotypes of the Pine Tree State.
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.
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.
Ready to retire? Central Maine is a safe, beautiful place to settle down and have fun
It may not be an obvious retirement destination, but looking closer at the state’s second largest metro area will dispel that notion.
Freeport and Monmouth softball teams tune up for the season
The Falcons hosted the Mustangs for a preseason game Thursday.
Durham to hold elections Friday, vote on 18-month budget Saturday
Durham voters will decide on a $6.48 million, 18-month budget on Saturday. Friday elections to feature incumbents and newcomers all unopposed.
Model railroad club train show set for Topsham April 26
All proceeds from the sale of food and drinks benefit the Mt. Ararat Booster’s Club, supporting local school and sports programs.
Brunswick church to hold fundraising concert April 12
BRUNSWICK — UUCB Concerts for a Cause is set to present blues performer Guy Davis at the Unitarian Universalist Church of Brunswick at 7:30 p.m. Saturday, April 12, to raise money for the Brunswick Area Teen Center and Maine Family Planning. Davis won the “Keeping the Blues Alive” Award and was nominated by The Blues […]
An arts and culture revival is underway in central Maine
Artists have always gone off the beaten path to find unique opportunities and eager audiences—both of which are in the Androscoggin region.