Follow this scenic route that starts in Rangeley, with stops in Andover, Rumford and Newry.
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Albany property to be preserved
ALBANY — Two Maine families with deep ties to Western Maine have permanently conserved nearly 800 acres of forestland in Albany Township, protecting vital wildlife habitat, clean drinking water, and public recreational access in partnership with Mahoosuc Land Trust and a coalition of conservation partners. The conserved lands include the 85-acre Ralph and Alice Kimball Songo […]
Telstar High School’s Honors list
Telstar High School announces High Honors and Dean’s List students for 2024-25 first semester:
Farmers markets are open. Here are some to visit around central and western Maine.
Here is a partial list of area markets open on designated days.
Andover’s ‘Liar’s Table’ has hosted over a century of ‘honest’ conversation
The Liar’s Table at the back of Andover’s Mill’s Market has been a place for honest conversation, and occasional tall tales, for over a century.
Crunch time for Western Maine loggers
Many towns will be posting their roads soon, meaning certain roads will be closed to heavy logging trucks to prevent potential damage to the thawing asphalt.
Backyard flocks in Maine at risk of Avian Flu
On Feb. 11, Maine conservation officials elevated the risk to high after several wild birds tested positive.
Third recreational cannabis recall issued in as many months
The recall impacts 1/8-ounce packages of cannabis flower sold Oct. 11-24 at 4 dispensaries in Bethel, Biddeford and Sanford.
‘Credible threat’ shuts down Bethel-area schools Monday
All MSAD 44 schools were closed Monday as the Oxford County Sheriff’s Office investigated a threat made toward the Telstar complex in Bethel.
Pickleball picks up in popularity in Western Maine
About 40 Bethel area players of varying levels show up to play regularly at one of four local courts.