Coffee delivery to the office? No problem. The soccer field? Sure thing. The whole world is a Starbucks now. As Starbucks grapples with slowing foot traffic and a glut of competition, it’s hoping to snag new customers by meeting them where they are – literally. The company is introducing a delivery service in seven major […]
January 2019
Posted inUncategorized
Supreme Court to take up gun rights case
The case involves a challenge to New York City’s ban on carrying a licensed, locked and unloaded handgun outside the city limits.
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Posted inThe Franklin Journal
Kingfield voters back three projects
Kingfield residents agree to get more information after elementary students approach selectmen about banning use of plastic bags, continue plans for a park and consider rebuilding Tufts Pond Road.
Posted inThe Franklin Journal
Chesterville meeting called to OK roof replacement
Due to an escalating problem with leaks in the Town Hall roof, Selectmen have called a Special Town Meeting to seek approval of funds for roof repair and replacement instead of waiting until the March 11 annual Town Meeting.
Posted inThe Franklin Journal
Clarifications on snow atop Strong school
After concerns were raised about the amount of snow on the Strong Elementary School roof, district officials say no money in budget to remove snow but capital improvement funds can be used if necessary.
Posted inPolitics
Supreme Court lets military implement Trump’s transgender restrictions
Legal challenges to the measures are continuing.
Posted inBusiness, Schools & Education
UMaine Law School dean takes new job in Pennsylvania
Danielle Conway, who joined UMaine in 2015, has been named dean at Penn State’s Dickinson Law school.
Posted inArts & Entertainment
‘Roma,’ ‘The Favourite’ lead Oscar noms with 10 each
‘Roma’ earned Netflix its first best picture recognition.
Posted inNews
After acquittal, Camden boat captain hopes to chart a new course
Rick Smith wants to rebuild his life and try to shake the feeling of notoriety even after a judge dismissed a criminal case in the 2015 death of a crew member.
Posted inObituaries
Laurie Jean (“LJ”) Sproul Marcotte
POLAND – Laurie Jean (“LJ”) Sproul Marcotte, 54, died Saturday, Jan.19, 2019.