Twelve Maine districts to get federal funds to make school meals better

They are among 264 rural or small districts nationwide to be awarded a total of $30 million by the national nonprofit Action for Healthy Kids.

Veterans returning from deployment asked to get toxic exposure screening

Bipartisan legislation has strengthened and expanded health care for the millions of veterans exposed to toxic burn pits during their service.

Dueling Pianos coming to 49 Franklin

Area communities plan celebrations, fireworks to mark July 4

A partial listing of Independence Day-related events planned for across the region.

Murder mystery spoof a twist on Agatha Christie classic

A murder mystery spoof and choral performance

Vacation Bible schools, Totus Tuus set for local churches this summer

49 Franklin presents ‘The Young Superheroes’ student show

Four arrested in Peru on drug charges after body found in Rumford

Police say they found fentanyl, methamphetamine, prescription drugs, scales and $1,320 in suspected drug proceeds during the search.

CANCELLED: Actor brings his Off-Broadway show to 49 Franklin

CANCELLED: ‘The Warm Up Guy’ brings Hollywood to Rumford stage