James Hutchinson was placed on paid administrative leave Oct. 20 after the Maine Department of Environmental Protection cited Paris for erosion of repaired roads.
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Posted inMaine, Maine Crime, News
Child’s death in Knox County unlikely to have been caused by CPR, medical examiner and experts say
Dr. Liam Funte’s autopsy report is central to the state’s case against 24-year-old Aziayh Scott. The defense has raised issues with Funte’s credibility.
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Trump admin asks Supreme Court to halt order providing full SNAP payments for November
In its court filing Friday, Trump’s administration contended that Thursday’s directive to fund full Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program benefits runs afoul of the U.S. Constitution.
Posted inMaine, News
High school playoffs, Election Day, views of the city focus of Week in Photos 2025
Maine Trust photographers select some of their favorite images from Oct. 31 to Nov. 6, 2025.
Posted inLivermore Falls Advertiser, Maine, News
‘This is about human connection’: Family to host chicken supper in Livermore Falls
As part of a community service project, a Livermore Falls family is organizing a free chicken supper Nov. 16 at the American Legion Post 10 Hall, with help from community volunteers and donations.
Posted inLivermore Falls Advertiser, Maine, News
Rock the Mountain draws community to Spruce Mountain Ski Area
The inaugural Rock the Mountain celebration at Spruce Mountain Ski Area brought residents together for rail jam fun, live music, games, food and a bonfire to mark recent improvements to the mountain and lodge.
Posted inArts & Entertainment, Maine, News
Maine’s Amy Allen nominated for songwriting Grammy for work with Sabrina Carpenter and others
Allen, who grew up in Windham and South Portland, was nominated for her work on Carpenter’s ‘Man’s Best Friend’ album, as well as work with several other artists. A win in February would give her the award for a second straight year.
Posted inArts & Entertainment, Maine, News, Schools & Education, The Franklin Journal
UMF bringing ‘A Christmas Carol’ to life
The University of Maine at Farmington will present a community-centered, music-filled production of ‘A Christmas Carol’ on Nov. 20-23 at the Emery Community Arts Center, featuring local performers of all ages and a call to support area food pantries.
Posted inMaine, News, Schools & Education, The Franklin Journal
Farmington principal issues apology in wake of uproar over ICE Halloween costume
Regional School Unit 9 Superintendent Christian Elkington and Principal James Black issued statements Thursday.
Posted inMaine, Maine Crime, News
Lewiston man pleads guilty to manslaughter in 2023 killing
Jerry Thibodeau was originally charged with murder in the fatal shooting of 40-year-old Anthony Ayotte in November 2023.