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Published
July 19, 2023

Farmers roll out tractors, trucks in central Maine to protest proposed transmission corridor

Supporters of the proposed transmission corridor tout the jobs the project would generate, but central Maine farmers say its construction could destroy farms that have operated for generations.
Published
April 27, 2023

State expands fish consumption warning due to PFAS contamination

It is now advising that people eat no more than 1 meal a month of largemouth bass from Number One Pond in Sanford.
Published
April 5, 2023

Municipal Review Committee announces new partner to restart Hampden recycling, waste-to-energy plant

Committee said Wednesday it is seeking a partnership with Innovative Resource Recovery, a special purpose entity backed by a multibillion-dollar asset management firm.
Published
February 21, 2023

Somerset County cuts 911 answering service for Kennebec County, citing staffing challenges

Kennebec County officials are now considering what steps they can take to fill the gap in emergency communications after Somerset County commissioners voted to not renew contracts with 16 communities across northern and western Kennebec County.
Published
February 14, 2023

As Johnny’s Selected Seeds marks its 50th year, company looks to expand its reach

David Mehlhorn, the CEO of the Winslow-based company, said he hopes to position it to be a "one-stop shop" for mid-sized farmers and home gardeners across the U.S.

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Published
August 18, 2022

As new school year approaches, Fairfield-area district to hold job fair for several open positions

Maine School Administrative District 49, which includes Albion, Benton, Clinton and Fairfield, is planning a job fair Monday from 5 to 8 p.m. at the Lawrence High School Annex.
Published
June 28, 2022

Authorities seek suspects after vandals damage beehives at Albion farm

The Kennebec County Sheriff's Office is investigating after it appears at least one vehicle, perhaps an ATV, struck several beehives over the weekend at Swan's Honey on Bessey Ridge Road in Albion.
Published
June 17, 2022

School officials told harassment of minority students at Lawrence High School a recurring problem

A parent of a student at the school and a teacher there told MSAD 49 directors Thursday that there's a hostile environment at the school where students regularly use racial slurs and LGBTQ+ teens are bullied and harassed.
Published
June 11, 2022

Albion votes to explore leaving Fairfield-area school district

At a special Town Meeting election Friday, residents voted 184-23 to support leaving Maine School Administrative District 49.
Published
October 17, 2021

Central Maine hard cider producers rise to meet demand as industry gains following

Several cider makers have popped up around central Maine in recent years, offering a drink that differs from the sweet ciders large manufacturers provide.