Amish vow to rebuild after fire destroys popular Unity general market and bakery

The owner of the store, Caleb Stoll, said there was no insurance on the building because the concept of such coverage runs counter to Amish beliefs.

Fire destroys popular market run by Amish community in Unity

Heavy smoke seen for miles as firefighters from a number of communities battle blaze at the Community Market and Bakery at 368 Thorndike Road.

Organic farmers group seeks help for Maine dairy farmers from company that cut ties to them

Maine's largest organic food organization is asking international food company Danone to reverse its decision to cancel contracts with 89 organic dairy producers, including 14 in Maine.

Association to host ‘Farmer to Farmer Conference’ Nov. 1-7

The event will include virtual sessions and in-person farm tours.

Farmers, others look to fill void left by cancellation of Common Ground fair

The popular fair was scheduled for this weekend and in its place are a group of farms and businesses holding a series of events Saturday.

As Common Ground Country Fair cancels, organizers of other upcoming fairs consider changes amid COVID surge

After taking hiatuses last year, Oosoola Days, Farmington Fair, Clinton Lions Agricultural Fair and the New Portland Lions Fair all said that they plan to move forward with in-person events this month.

Organizers cancel in-person Common Ground Country Fair, citing COVID surge

The decision to not hold an in-person festival came just weeks before it was set to return after not being held last year because of the pandemic.

Common Ground fairgoers asked to buy tickets in advance

Maine organic farmers, gardeners group plans workshops

Unity’s Common Ground Country Fair set for in-person return this year

The fair is scheduled for Sept. 24-26 at the Common Ground Country Fairgrounds in Unity.