BELGRADE — Hammond Lumber Co. announced its acquisition Ware-Butler Building Supply in a press release. The acquisition will expand Hammond’s retail footprint from 22 to 34 locations throughout Maine and New Hampshire, further strengthening its ability to serve communities across the region. The acquisition officially closed on July 31, 2025. The transaction includes 15 Ware-Butler […]
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Posted inBusiness, Franklin, Maine, News, Oxford Hills
Hammond Lumber Company to buy Waterville-based Ware-Butler, expanding its footprint
Hammond Lumber, based in Belgrade, will add 12 locations in Maine and New Hampshire and consolidate three other stores.
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Posted inMaine, Politics
State Rep. Frost reports on legislative efforts to Fayette Select Board
Sharon Frost addressed local concerns and encouraged public involvement in state policymaking.
Posted inMaine, News
Central Maine snowmobilers face new, snowless normal
‘Down here in Kennebec County, I’m afraid our years are probably up,’ said Ernest Rice, longtime president of the Belgrade snowmobile club.
Posted inMaine, Schools & Education, Sports, Varsity Maine, Wrestling
Oakland-area wrestling coach fired after allegedly assaulting student
The student’s family has sought a temporary protection from harassment order against Patrick Engleright following the alleged incident at practice Dec. 19 at Messalonskee High School.
Posted inMaine, News
Warming winters turn Waterville into unexpected skiing destination
As warmer winters leave southern and western Maine with less snow each year, recreators are filling the gap with artificial snow in Waterville.
Posted inMaine, News
Maine’s illegal cannabis grow houses are being refurbished, relisted and sold
More than 30 of the properties appear to be back on the market amid a law enforcement crackdown this year.
Posted inMaine, News
Officials consider banning lawn mowing, fertilizers around Belgrade Lakes
A series of measures proposed by town officials is aimed at improving the Belgrade Lakes’ water quality, which has remained poor in recent years.
Posted inMaine, News
Police identify victim, suspect in Belgrade shooting
Christina Bell, 58, was shot in the head Sunday morning at her home. Her son, Samuel Bell, 26, has been charged with elevated aggravated assault in the shooting, according to officials.
Posted inAndroscoggin County, Lewiston-Auburn, Maine
Watch: Maine songwriting duo on flag debate: ‘If it ain’t broke, don’t fix it’
A pair of songwriters, one from Turner, the other from Belgrade, wrote and recorded the song “Leave the Maine Flag Alone,” to express their thoughts on the matter.