Maine is the second most rural state in the U.S., with over 61 percent of the population living in a rural part of the state, according to the 2020 Census.
A member of the Rural News Network, The Maine Monitor regularly covers rural issues — including dedicated coverage of Franklin, Oxford, Somerset and Washington counties.
RSU 73 board reviews reading gains, facility upgrades and efforts to reduce dropouts
Third grade reading proficiency has climbed to 73 percent after the district’s first year with a new curriculum.
Beals voters to decide $1.6 million school budget Tuesday
Selectmen have urged the superintendent to explore alternatives to keeping Beals Elementary School open, including possible consolidation with Jonesport.
Jay Select Board approves nearly $500,000 in trash and paving contracts
Somerset Disposal Service to take over July 1 as hauler; Pike Industries to repave Beedy Road, Lake School Road and Osgood Road.
Maine National Guard seeks approval to sell Calais armory
The city looks to buy the facility and move administration and the Police Department into it, with the Fire Department a possible addition.
Bowdoin College withdraws Kingfield campsite application, plans to refile after town review
The move comes after residents requested a temporary moratorium, set for a public hearing in July.
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