OXFORD HILLS — On January 5, the Social Security Fairness Act, authored by Senator Susan Collins and Senator Sherrod Brown, was signed into law. The SSFA will restore Social Security benefits for millions of teachers, school cafeteria workers, custodians and other school employees, law enforcement officers, fire fighters, and other public servants by repealing two […]
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Posted inAdvertiser Democrat
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 […]
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Posted inThe Franklin Journal
MEA grant committee awards county staff
COUNTY — The members of the Franklin County Unit of the Maine Education Association of Retired Educators are pleased to announce the recipients of their annual grant opportunity, which was offered this year to schools in Northern Franklin County. This grant offering rotates yearly among the Franklin County School Systems. It is for a project […]
Posted inLivermore Falls Advertiser
Country Music Hall of Fame welcomes inductees
MECHANIC FALLS — Maine country musicians, Jeff Budge, Kim Curry, Bobby Le, and Bill Smith will be inducted into the Maine Country Music Hall of Fame at the 48th Annual Induction Ceremony and Show on Sunday, May 18, at 1 p.m. at the Silver Spur, 272 Lewiston St., Mechanic Falls, Maine. The live music event […]
Posted inAdvertiser Democrat, News, Oxford Hills
Norway mom sues town, school resource officer over 10-year-old child’s arrest
Alicia McKenney alleges officer Holli Pullen illegally arrested her 10-year-old child at Guy E. Rowe Elementary School in December 2023.
Posted inAndroscoggin County, Livermore Falls Advertiser, Maine
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 […]
Posted inThe Rangeley Highlander
Rangeley school district to hold hearing on proposed budget
The $5.9 million spending package is $181.795, or 3.1%, more than the current budget.
Posted inThe Rangeley Highlander
Rangeley candidates seek to fill town, school board terms
The Budget Committee is the only contested race with three candidates seeking to fill two three-year terms.
Posted inFranklin, Maine, The Rangeley Highlander
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.