Pumpkin season takes root in Wayne
Pumpkins across Maine are ready for harvest as October gets underway.
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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.
Fire at Ambition Brewing in Wilton ruled accidental
Officials say the fire originated beneath the building and was caused by ongoing renovation work.
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.
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.
Jay approves $52,188 boiler for wastewater facility
The Select Board approved spending $52,188.07 from a joint reserve account for a new propane-fired condensing boiler at the Livermore Falls wastewater facility.
Suspensions, civil rights violations on the rise at Spruce Mountain
The high school has recorded 19 suspensions, including 6 involving civil rights violations, during a difficult opening stretch that administrators say will be met with accountability.
Farmington mobile home lot rent measure heads to voters
Farmington voters will decide Nov. 3 whether to adopt a citizen-initiated mobile home lot rent stabilization ordinance after selectmen advanced the measure despite challenges to its legality and petition process.
Jay wrapping up makeover of tennis courts named for El Faro crew member
A ribbon cutting for three new Hollandstrong tennis courts is scheduled for Oct. 19, marking the completion of a project that began more than 10 years ago.
Local farm stands offer the best of summer and fall
Farm stands in Jay, Livermore, Livermore Falls and Chesterville are offering late-summer produce alongside apples, pumpkins, cider, baked goods and other early fall favorites.
Fall field trip guide takes learning across western Maine and beyond
Western Maine and destinations across the state offer fall field trips exploring history, science, agriculture, wildlife, the arts and Maine’s changing landscape.
A guide to boba in western Maine | Column
Boba, the Taiwanese drink known for its chewy tapioca pearls and wide range of flavors, is now available at several businesses across western Maine and in ready-to-drink and make-at-home forms…
Ready to pick your own fruits and berries? Western Maine farms are open.
Western Maine has a varied selection of PYO farm offerings from blueberries to cranberries and, of course, apples.
Tee up the rest of summer at western Maine golf courses
Western Maine offers everything from informal par-3 layouts and historic nine-hole clubs to full 18-hole mountain courses.
Local granite being installed at Jay-Niles Library after years of planning return of front steps
Jay-Niles Memorial Library restores its historic front stairs using local granite and a $50,000 grant from the Stephen and Tabitha King Foundation.
Wilton Blueberry Festival to begin Friday, ending Saturday with fireworks over Wilson Pond
There will be food, music, games and a parade that will step off at 10 a.m. Saturday.
Tensions in Wilton highlight challenges facing Maine ATVers
As ridership has grown, so have debates around trail maintenance, access and rider behavior.
Androscoggin Land Trust hopes to connect the Jay trail system
The goal is to connect trails at French Falls Park with more than 120 acres of recreation property behind the Spruce Mountain schools in Jay.
Owner of 11 Maine nursing homes files for bankruptcy
Genesis Healthcare, headquartered in Pennsylvania, operates facilities in Farmington and Lewiston, among others.
Nokomis girls topple Mt. Blue
FARMINGTON — Charity began at the foul line for Nokomis High School on Friday night. The undefeated Warriors (2-0) reeled of 13 consecutive free throws in a tight fourth quarter…
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