Whitefield Library & Community Center to reopen this weekend after two years of restoration

Facility set to open at 1 Arlington Lane from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Friday and Saturday.

From New Zealand to Gardiner: City hires new library director with experience all over the world

For Justin Hoenke, the move to take on the Gardiner Public Library director's job is like returning home, but the trip for him and his family will be a long one as they relocate from Wellington, New Zealand.

Hallowell’s Hubbard Free Library goes fine free for overdue materials

The library had already suspended late fees in March 2020, at the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic, but has now moved to make that permanent.

With additional funding, Hubbard Free Library now open 5 days a week

Hallowell's city budget, approved Aug. 9, gives the library an additional $12,827 — for a total of $54,827 — in funding.

Dresden public library sees strong turnout for return of annual sale

The sale was unable to happen last year because of the coronavirus pandemic and, despite the rain, had a good turn out.

Unity residents working to bring public library to downtown

Jean Bourg and Melissa Bastien came together to purchase a building at 38 School St.

Coloring contest planned for Oct. 12 in Belgrade Lakes

Our View: Libraries can reach people in deep need

With a social worker on staff, a library is uniquely positioned to connect patrons with mental health and other services.

Fishing poles, snowshoes, a telescope — libraries are lending more than just books

'Meeting the needs of the community, regardless of format,' Winthrop library expands its nontraditional lending collection.

Facing budget deficit, Hubbard Free Library to cut its hours

The library, which has been historically strapped for cash, will save $4,000 of a projected $18,000 deficit by reducing the hours it is open.