Couple hoping to mine Newry lithium deposit urge lawmakers to clarify state mining laws

The couple requests lawmakers 'restore' a state law so the deposit would be regulated under quarrying regulations, which are much less stringent.

The struggle to find a long-term rental

“It definitely has gotten harder to rent. There were options five years ago. There are no options now."

Snow-covered hillside in Newry

No suspects yet in burglary of $56,000 of gems at Sunday River Gems

Charles Bean was robbed of $56,000 in gems from his business, Sunday River Gems, in Newry.

Short-term, affordable housing ordinance in Bethel is a multi-leveled topic

Maine mineral expert Frank Perham of West Paris dies at age 88

The West Paris resident discovered one of the largest deposits of tourmaline in the works in 1972 in Newry.

Sunday River Resort recognized with safety award

Personal property tax discussed at Newry’s select board meeting

Two delinquent personal property taxes were under discussion in Newry at select board meeting

Newry couple that discovered $1.5 billion lithium deposit fighting in court to mine it

Strict state regulations have prevented Mary and Gary Freeman from excavating the sought-after mineral used in batteries and cell phones.

It’s all downhill for more than 300 skiing Santas at Sunday River

More than 300 jolly ol’ elves dashed together down the mountain, raising $7,500 for a local charity.