Here are some suggested routes that include scenery and antique or vintage shops along the way, from Cornish and Bethel to Hallowell and Fairfield.
Fairfield
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For the Hersom family, a football rivalry is renewed
When Lawrence coach John Hersom takes on Bangor, he goes up against his son, Jack, an assistant coach.
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She’s worked at Waterville McDonald’s 50 years | Column
LouAnn Lindie, 66, started working at the restaurant on Main Street when she was 16 and never left.
Posted inFootball, Sports, Varsity Maine
How Maine high school football teams break in new QBs
From open battles to succession plans, the road to finding a new starter can vary.
Posted inBusiness, Health, Maine, News
Central Maine towns grapple with rate hikes announced by regional ambulance service
Delta Ambulance officials announced a $20 to $25 increase in per capita rates for 2026 at the China town office Wednesday morning. That number could rise, officials said.
Posted inMaine, News, Schools & Education
Staff of Maine’s community college system criticize new software program as ‘deeply flawed’
System leadership acknowledged the rollout has been difficult but are confident it will succeed, while staff worry about morale, reputational damage and failed rollouts of the product elsewhere.
Posted inHealth, Maine, Maine Crime, News
How cheap weed from ‘gray market’ growers ends up on Maine dispensary shelves
Law enforcement experts say cheap, sometimes tainted weed grown by Chinese criminal groups is getting into the state’s medical market. Business owners say it’s cratering market rates and pushing reputable growers out of the industry.
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Banned champ returning to Oxford 250, Farmington’s Jeff Taylor retires on top
Cole Butcher missed a chance at a three-peat last year due to ban; Taylor says he’s done driving after finally winning the big race; Speedway 95 is offering all-wheel drive races.
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KVCC starting basketball programs this winter
Rusty Mercier will lead the women’s program, while Matt Kenna will coach the men’s team.
Posted inHealth, Maine, News
Heat danger: Maine’s most vulnerable at risk from rising summer temps
Last summer was Maine’s hottest on record and data show the state is getting hotter.