Maine Campus - Laurel Libby speaks at UMaine
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- U.S. Senate candidate Graham Platner filed his overdue federal financial disclosure late last week, but the document sheds little light on his personal finances. Gov. Janet Mills, who is also seeking the Democratic nomination for U.S. Senate, has been granted a 90-day extension to file her disclosure, which is now due on Feb. 11. Mills did file a personal financial disclosure with the state in April, although it also lacks details.
- Mainers will see their monthly electricity supply costs increase by $12 to $16 on average starting in January. Regulators approved new rates this week for the standard offer, one of several components of monthly power bills. It reflects the cost of generating power and represents about 40% of CMP customers’ and 50% of Versant Power customers’ monthly bills, according to the Maine Public Utilities Commission.
- School boards across Maine and nationwide have become some of the fiercest political and cultural battlegrounds. At the heart of the movement are parental rights organizations, which experts estimate number in the hundreds. They want parents to have more say over what is being taught in the classroom and when. Group leaders say they are simply advocating for their beliefs, just like those who support LGBTQ rights.
- The best and worst times to travel around Thanksgiving in Maine
Pownal - We invite you to share your photographs that capture the essence of our local community—be it the stunning landscapes, vibrant gatherings, or the everyday moments that fill us with pride for our hometown. Whether you have professional shots or candid snapshots, we would love to feature them on our town website to highlight the natural beauty and the strong community spirit that defines us. Each submission will be credited to the photographer, ensuring that your work is recognized. Please send your images via email, and help us showcase the heart and soul of our beloved community.
Pownal Dog Registrations - The deadline for completion is December 31st. The State allows a 31-day registration grace period. If you register your dog after January 31st, you will be charged a $25 late fee.
Please bring your dog’s (or dogs’) most recent rabies vaccination certificate from your veterinarian. You can still register your dogs online. The link can be found on the Town website under the heading Animal Control.
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Bradbury Mountain Arts Potluck Suppers - Fill
your bellies, your minds and visit with friends in our historic Mallett
Hall on January 16th. Bradbury Mountain Arts potluck suppers are
followed by guest speakers – our January guest speaker will be Sculptor,
Jordan Smith,.
Other speakers scheduled are John Attwood who will
talk about his incredible artistic creations, Garrett Conover and Rod
Pervier. Save the dates for the potlucks: Fridays, Feb 20, March 20 and
Apr 17.
Freeport Community Services implemented and will run the Emergency Wood Bin. FCS also runs the Freeport Wood Bank which provides free firewood to families who heat their homes with wood but struggle to afford it.
In addition to free wood, Freeport Community Services also offers heating assistance in the form of wood pellets, K-1 propane, and #2 heating oil.
Nice News - Today, we’re going to wax poetic about the Farmers’ Almanac, which recently announced it will stop printing after its 2026 edition.
The Maine-based publication, dating back to 1818,
has long been a trusty companion for farmers, gardeners, and amateur
astronomers alike, providing annually updated weather predictions using a
proprietary forecasting formula. (It’s not to be confused with the Old Farmer’s Almanac, which has a similar mission but has been around for slightly longer, since 1792, and will continue operating.)
“Many of you grew up hearing your parents or grandparents quote from the Almanac, always having a copy nearby,” editor and editor emeritus Sandi Duncan and Peter Geiger wrote in the announcement post earlier this month. “Maybe you have planted by our moon phases, consulted the Almanac
for the ‘Best Days’ to potty train, wean, or go fishing. We’re grateful
to have been part of your life and trust that you’ll help keep the
spirit of the Almanac alive.”
The
heartfelt message prompted an outpouring of support from loyal readers,
with one commenting on the post: “Thank you for the decades of guidance, tradition, and heart.
You’ve meant a lot to so many of us who still look up at the sky, trust
the signs, and remember the old ways.” Right now, you can still order a copy of the 2026 Farmers’ Almanac, and peruse the website before it shuts down operations next month. We bid the book a fond farewell!