Athens voters approve food-sovereignty rules at town meeting

The town also approved a proposal to make the road commissioner's job an appointive position rather than an elective one, as it has been.

Athens special town meeting to decide water issue, food sovereignty

Residents will vote on whether the Athens Corner Store can put a well on town property, a food sovereignty ordinance proposed by farmer and teacher Kassie Dwyer, and whether to appoint or elect the road commissioner.

Bangor-Brewer semi-pro football team makes its home in Athens

Rec Department Director Cory Bussell says the move will benefit the town and may inspire local kids to take up the sport.

Crews extinguish dust-fueled fire at Athens wood pellet factory

The fire broke out early Friday morning and was contained after a few hours without causing any major damage.

Cornville Regional Charter School bus routes

The bus will pickup students in Athens, Canaan, Cornville, Fairfield, Hartland, Madison, Skowhegan and St. Albans.

Athens teacher, farmer launches food sovereignty effort

Kassie Dwyer argues that allowing consumers to buy food directly from producers in town without government licensing just makes "common sense," and 41 Maine communities agree.

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Rochester Institute of Technology dean’s list

Seven local students recognized for academic achievement.

West Athens playwright to cast new play in September

A former drama teacher in the Skowhegan and Madison school districts follows up last year's success with a play focusing on high school seniors.

Police arrest Athens man for allegedly trafficking cocaine, pills

In a raid the man's residence, Somerset County officers seized $8,000 worth of drugs and $3,736 in cash.