Alan Day Community Garden is focused on mitigating food insecurity brought about by loss of federally funded nutrition programs.
Local News
Livermore Falls approves spending up to $17K for sewer pump
The pump was installed at the Meadowbrook Pump Station in 1988 or 1989, it is past time to replace it, Sewer Superintendent Mark Holt told selectmen on April 15.
RSU 9 board weighs legislative bills
At the April 8 and 15 meetings, RSU 9 leaders discussed state legislation, honored student achievements and advanced the 2025–26 district budget.
Farmington selectmen approve Perham Street drainage work on private property
Residents at 108, 110, and 114 Perham Street are experiencing issues with the drainage system the town installed in 1992.
Rangeley Lake Regional School lists honor students
RANGELEY — Rangeley Lakes Regional School recently announced the honor roll for the third quarter of the 2024-25 school year. High Honors (All A’s) Grade 6: Madilyn Charette, Evelyn Vryhof Grade 7: Oliver England, Micaela Vryhof Grade 8: Elyse Kennett Grade 9: Alexis Bernier, Kaylee Bottcher, Rylan Bottger, Logan Casko, Emmelyn Smith Grade 12: Jacob […]
Bethel area school budget to increase; impact of federal cuts
The 15 Directors of the SADD-44 school board voted unanimously to raise the school budget $2.1M to a total of $17.6M for fiscal year 2026.
This ‘n That: Dinners, lunches and sales!
Clean Up OTISFIELD — The Otisfield Conservation Committee has scheduled its annual clean-up of town roads for Saturday, May 3, from 9 a.m. to noon. The rain date is May 17. We suggest that volunteers wear boots and bug spray as the sides of the roads may still be wet. Trash bags, safety vests, and […]
Pets of the Week
Is your home getting too quiet? Maybe you could use a spontaneous kitty, like Fritz. Fritz came to us as a stray in terrible condition. His back was bare with inflamed scabs, he could hardly move and was severely dehydrated, which resulted in trouble with his bowels. With lots of medical attention and patient love […]
Kids’ Book Review: ‘Good Golden Sun’
Good Golden Sun By Brendan Wenzel I love, love, love this bright and colorful children’s picture book, Good Golden Sun! To create the most pleasing pictures, the author/illustrator artfully crafted collages for the pictures with pieces of paper, paints, crayons, and colored pencils. The simple and clear text complements the illustrations spot on. Good Golden […]
Hospital awards $27K in community grants
NORWAY — MaineHealth Stephens Hospital is proud to announce the recipients of its 2025 Community Grant Program, awarding a total of $27,740 to local nonprofit organizations committed to improving health and wellness in the region. These grants support sustainable healthcare initiatives, addressing a wide range of community needs, from mental health support to sustainable transportation […]