HARRISON – Carlo I. Viitala, 96, of Harrison, died Sunday, Oct. 26, 2025, in the comfort of what was his home …
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Amateur historians seek to restore historic Bridgton railway
Six local train enthusiasts are working to rebuild a 1.5-mile stretch of the Bridgton and Saco River Railroad, which closed in 1941.
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Maine food pantries weathering funding cuts with help from retailers
Food donations from supermarkets, local food businesses and wholesalers make up about half the food that’s distributed at most Maine food pantries.
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Thousands of Mainers face loss of SNAP benefits as program undergoes historic cuts
The changes will put more pressure on food pantries, which are already seeing a rise in need and warning that they won’t be able to fill the gap.
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Microtransit pilot program launched between Standish and Gorham
The Regional Transportation Program seeks to provide an alternative to public transportation in communities where it would be unsustainable.
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Among Maine workers, growing recognition of heat as a top occupational safety hazard
As summer temperatures increase, more attention is focused on the danger of working in high heat.
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Maine AG rules that Cumberland County deputies justified in shooting of Harrison man
Arthur Lefebvre, 57, was injured after being shot by 2 detectives and a patrol deputy in November.
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Maine musicians hold first hometown concert in six years, raise funds for Fuller Center
Hot Fiddle performance raises money for the Fuller Center for Housing.
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Famous chicken pies for sale at Harrison church
HARRISON — The Bolsters Mills United Methodist Church will be selling their famous chicken pies and gravy on the third Saturday of the month until further notice. This month’s sale will be on Saturday, July 19. Orders for pies will be taken only on the morning of the 19th by calling the church at 583-9024 […]
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Classical music will be everywhere in Maine this summer
Favorite festivals across the state return for another season.