Two people attempted to help the injured man on the trail before rescuers evacuated him.
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8 Maine events include Common Ground Country Fair, Biddeford Oktoberfest
The Runaway Maine Music Fest in Turner features Marcy Playground and Sister Hazel.
9 Maine foliage hikes that won’t tire you out
See some great natural areas and brilliant fall color without breaking a sweat.
6 things to do this week in central Maine
Lorrie Morgan and The Billy Joel Legacy are in Waterville, Gardiner’s Johnson Hall to host Palaver Strings, Myrtle Street Klezmer will perform in Bath, Unity readies for the Common Ground Fair, and a #STRONGgirls Camp heads to Colby College.
Augusta’s First Amendment Museum reopens after 2 years
The museum received a $250,000 grant to fund the new exhibits and renovations.
Supreme Court rejects Donald Trump’s attempt to limit mail voting; Maine responds
Three justices expressed various levels of willingness to let Trump carry out his plan in current or future elections.
7 things to do in central Maine this week include concerts, fairs, comedy show
Bruce in the USA, Josh Blue and Graham Nash concerts are set for Waterville, Waldoboro Theatre plans John Craigie show, The Umbilical Brothers ready for Gardiner show, and the Farmington Fair begins.
Does 90% of Canada’s population live within 100 miles of the US border? | Fact brief
Most people live closer to the United States, but Canada also features several major metropolitan areas farther north.
Local farm stands offer the best of summer and fall
Farm stands in Jay, Livermore, Livermore Falls and Chesterville are offering late-summer produce alongside apples, pumpkins, cider, baked goods and other early fall favorites.
Johnson Hall announces fall season
The season features local and national music acts, comedy, open mics and a spooky show you can move through.