Peak foliage surrounds Prescott Field in Farmington on Oct. 2 as autumn color spreads across western Maine.
Nanette Lumbly
Pumpkin season takes root in Wayne
Pumpkins across Maine are ready for harvest as October gets underway.
UMF to screen Maine mockumentary ‘Canoe Dig It?’
Filmmaker Samuel Dunning will screen his mockumentary “Canoe Dig It?” Oct. 15 at the University of Maine at Farmington, followed by a question-and-answer session.
Jay home ready for peak foliage, Halloween celebrations
Western Maine is at peak foliage and at least one Jay household already has a spooky crowd waiting for Halloween.
Workshop maps next steps for outdoor recreation in Jay region
The 2-day regional workshop identified priorities, resources and next steps for expanding outdoor recreation and strengthening connections to downtown areas in Jay, Livermore and Livermore Falls.
Special education needs growing more complex, Farmington schools find
The 10-town district is expanding specialized programs, staffing and training as it sees more students with autism, health impairments and intensive support needs.
Haunted trails and trunk-or-treats: Western Maine readies for Halloween fun
Communities across Western Maine are gearing up for Halloween with haunted attractions, costume events, trunk-or-treats and other seasonal activities for all ages.
Treat Memorial Library book sale draws festival crowd
Treat Memorial Library’s annual book sale drew a steady stream of visitors Sept. 26 during the Apple Pumpkin Festival in Livermore Falls.
Jay plans workshop on Walden solar project, possible TIF
Selectmen agreed to hold a separate workshop on the proposed development to examine a possible tax increment financing agreement, projected town revenue and questions raised by residents.
Jay-based school district sees rise in special education referrals
RSU 73 has 340 students receiving special education services, with a sharp increase in referrals among younger students.