Following weeks of dry weather, Maine drenched with several inches of rain

The National Weather Service in Gray said Monday the rain would continue into Wednesday, but was unlikely to result in flooding for central and western Maine towns.

New study shows need for more investment in challenged youth in Androscoggin County

The county has the lowest high school graduation rate, the highest suspension rate and the highest violent crimes rate among the 14- to 24-year-old demographic, according to the USM report.

Androscoggin County adopts policy on purchasing and procurement

Commissioners amended the proposed policy to add local businesses to the list of companies that should be considered more favorably.

While state is struggling with virus outbreak at prison, county jails are not

Unlike the Maine Department of Corrections, county jails haven't reported any positive cases of inmates with COVID-19, but have to hold sentenced inmates longer.

Androscoggin County sees steady climb in coronavirus cases

CDC attributes rise to new cases and more testing.

Expert says cougar on Androscoggin County flag not historically accurate

Commission adopts animal for its seal and flag, believing it was on the original 1854 image.

Coronavirus may force Androscoggin County to hold off issuing bond

The money would have paid for improvements to heating and boiler systems in the county building.

Stay-at-home violations: Law enforcement to focus on education rather than arrests

Authorities respond to Gov. Janet Mills' order to stay home or risk criminal charges.

Sheriffs release some convicted inmates early

Officers in Androscoggin and Oxford counties freeing up jail space.

Androscoggin County polling places