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Posted inFranklin, Maine, News, The Franklin Journal
Three people taken to hospital after motorcycle, SUV crash on Route 27 in Carrabassett Valley
Tom Sing, 74, of Brooksville, Florida, received a serious leg injury and a possible head injury after his motorcycle crossed the centerline and collided with an SUV driven by Rodene Withee, 77, of Madison, Police Chief Mark Lopez said.
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Posted inRiver Valley, Rumford Falls Times, Schools & Education
Kaelyne Thompson dives in as new principal in Dixfield at Dirigo High School
As a Maine native, Thompson is glad to be back and she’s “really looking forward to hearing from the staff and community and seeing what they need for support.”
Posted inLewiston-Auburn
Mainers react to Biden dropping out of the 2024 presidential race
Most people interviewed by the Sun Journal on Monday agreed that Biden dropping out of the presidential race was the right thing to do.
Posted inMaine, News
Shark spotted near Scarborough, Cape Elizabeth was a great white
After multiple reported sightings last week, experts confirmed that at least one great white shark was in southern Maine waters.
Posted inMaine, Maine Crime, Oxford Hills
Teen ‘ding dong ditch’ prankster shot in Harrison
Vincent M. Martin, 30, Waterford Road, Harrison, was arrested at his home hours after the alleged shooting at 7:38 a.m. Saturday morning.
Posted inBusiness, Maine, News
Maine to receive up to $72 million for more heat pumps in federal program for 5 New England states
The goal is for heat pumps to reach at least 65% of residential-scale heating, air conditioning and water heating sales by 2030 and 90% by 2040.
Posted inAdvertiser Democrat, River Valley, Schools & Education
SAD 17 to present revised school budget at public hearing Tuesday night
The public meeting to present 11 budget articles will start Tuesday at 6 p.m. at Oxford Hills Comprehensive High School’s Forum. The referendum vote is scheduled for 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. on Aug. 6, at each town’s polling location.
Posted inNews, River Valley
Boonstock 2024 to benefit new music program in Canton
The July 27 event is one of several upcoming events to raise money for new music programs and services in the River Valley.
