Poland-based school district forming task force to examine building, staff challenges

Minot Consolidated School principal has been asked to develop an emergency closure plan in case money for a new heating system is not approved or there is a catastrophic failure making the school inoperable.

Photos: Spring cleaning in Livermore Falls

Ken Pelletier cleans up the branches, leaves and dead grass between the Androscoggin River and the gazebo in Livermore Falls.

Invasive hemlock pest approaches Androscoggin County

The pest hasn't yet been identified in Androscoggin County towns, but one state entomologist said it's only a matter of time.

RSU 16 board OKs school budget increase of 6.56%

Lisbon School Committee addresses disputed salary numbers shared by teachers union

Committee Chairwoman Margaret Galligan-Schmoll disputed the 1% cost-of-living adjustments in 2020 and again in 2021.

Photo: On track for melting snow

Tractor-trailer overturns on turnpike in Auburn; Alabama driver injured

Edmond Joe Palmore, 44, of Piedmont, Alabama, sustained minor injuries and was transported to CMMC.

Mystery around Lisbon migrants worries advocates

More than two weeks after Border Patrol agents found 17 undocumented workers in a four-bedroom home, the men have disappeared into a process that lacks transparency. Some fear the government may be prioritizing deportation over investigations of possible exploitation.

Applicants for medical marijuana store in Livermore Falls appeal denial of license

A tie vote by selectmen meant the motion to approve failed to pass.

Minot officials consider grants for hydrants, equipment, sand and salt shed

A representative from Androscoggin Valley Council of Governments presented to the Board of Selectmen the program that uses state and federal money to assess local environmental and energy efficiency needs.