County commissioners approved the $240,912 bid along party lines.
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Livermore Falls Moose Hill, Souther road subdivisions are approved
LIVERMORE FALLS — Following a public hearing where abutters raised concerns, the Planning Board unanimously approved site plan review applications April 16 for two subdivisions on Moose Hill and Souther roads as all requirements had been met. Jim Boyle and his son Jared Boyle of Environmental Permitting & Inspection LLC in Gorham purchased the former […]
Maine’s public defense system gets $3.5M boost, without governor’s support
The emergency bill makes it easier for judges to appoint lawyers for people who can’t afford one themselves, and it authorizes the state to hire 5 new public defenders.
As Trump targets higher education, Maine colleges worry endowments are next
The state’s higher education leaders say Republican-backed bills to raise endowment taxes would produce negligible benefits while forcing schools to slash financial aid and operating budgets.
Lewiston Democrat launches bid for Susan Collins’ Senate seat
Jordan Wood has experience as a congressional staff member and has worked as an advocate for campaign finance reform.
Lewiston police investigate 2 shootings on Bartlett Street
The shootings, which damaged two apartment buildings, occurred on Sunday and Tuesday, police said.
Do you have questions about possible changes at Central Maine Healthcare?
Prime Healthcare Foundation is interested in acquiring the Lewiston-based health care system — which runs Central Maine Medical Center in Lewiston, Bridgton Hospital and Rumford Hospital.
Franklin Search & Rescue ropes team anchors into community service
Franklin Search and Rescue High Angle Ropes Team was on hand to ensure the safety of spectators, participants and swiftwater rescue crews during Smalls to the Wall Steep Creek kayak race.
Five to vie for two Oxford select board seats
Selectman Caldwell Jackson, who has served as a selectman for 19 years since 1993, is not running for reelection.
Livermore Falls seeks input on vulnerability to natural hazards
Surveys seeking resident input will be available during the annual town meeting vote April 29 from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. at the Livermore Falls Town Office.