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Published
April 9, 2023

Fire destroys building at Monmouth commercial apple operation

Official: The fire had been burning for at least two hours Saturday night before it was seen and reported by passersby. The cause is under investigation.
Published
March 15, 2023

Utility crews work to restore power in central Maine after nor’easter

The storm delivered strong winds and heavy snow that brought down power lines and branches, primarily in coastal and southern parts of the state.
Published
February 13, 2023

Avian flu detected in Kennebec County prompts more vigilance

Evidence of the highly pathogenic avian influenza in Kennebec County means more vigilance on the part of those raising domestic poultry and relying on measures already in place.
Published
January 31, 2023

Small Midcoast farms reluctantly hike egg prices for the first time in years, but not for same reason as big farms

National egg distributors claim avian flu as the culprit for soaring egg prices, but local farmers attribute it to rising fuel and feed costs.
Published
January 29, 2023

After nearly two years of short-term fixes, Litchfield’s Woodbury Pond Dam has been repaired

The repairs are expected to last three to five decades, according to Town Manager Kelly Weissenfels.

Published
November 13, 2022

Babcock Bridge connecting Litchfield, West Gardiner to be replaced beginning next June

Construction had been scheduled to begin in late 2022, but was pushed to June 2023. The bridge remains safe for motorists, according to state transportation officials.
Published
October 22, 2022

Postal Service staffing shortages prompting alarming delays for central Mainers

Across the region, businesses and residents are complaining that spotty mail delivery is delaying checks, bills and medications, but with about 100 vacancies for Postal Service workers in Maine and a low unemployment rate, it's not clear service will improve any time soon.
Published
October 14, 2022

High costs, loss of local identity drive Litchfield to consider withdrawing from RSU 4

The town is not officially withdrawing from the school district, but a committee met for the first time Thursday to begin discussing options the town has if residents decide to more forward.
Published
August 23, 2022

Long-distance friends, bluegrass enthusiasts reunite in Litchfield for Blistered Fingers festival

For 31 years, Greg and Sandy Cormier have been drawing hundreds of fans from around the world to hear top bluegrass bands perform at the Blistered Fingers Family Bluegrass Music Festival.
Published
June 22, 2022

Group fosters camaraderie among women in timber sports traditionally dominated by males

The Axe Women Loggers of Maine, which will bring world-class talent to Litchfield this weekend, has grown in membership since its inception in 2011, but it is still "a small world," says its founder.

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