The Nordic long-distance ski race course offers a terrific variety of terrain with impressive views.
February 2019
Posted inSun Spots
Help with moving, farmers market
DEAR SUN SPOTS: Are there services to help pack up household belongings for physically disadvantaged older people? — Elaine, no town ANSWER: Call Seniors Plus at 207-795-4010. They are located at 8 Falcon Road in Lewiston and are a tremendously helpful resource for seniors. They have recommendations and referrals for all kinds of services for […]
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Posted inThe Franklin Journal
Weld voters to elect two officers Saturday
The annual town meeting will begin at 10 a.m. at the Town Hall.
Posted inThe Franklin Journal
Wilton revisits CMP article wording
WILTON — The Board of Selectpersons Tuesday revisited and finalized wording for an upcoming special town meeting warrant which addresses continued support of Central Maine Power’s transmission line project. Initially, the town filed a letter of support for the $950 million, 145-mile New England Clean Energy Connect transmission line which will deliver power generated by Hydro-Quebec in […]
Posted inThe Franklin Journal
UTV helpful in backcountry operations
KINGFIELD — Fire Chief Fred Nichols said the newest piece of equipment acquired by the department is much needed for rescue and firefighting operations in the remote backcountry terrain serviced by the department. The versatile 2018 Can-Am Defender utility vehicle came with a hefty price tag but thanks to a trio of grants totaling $30,500, […]
Posted inThe Franklin Journal
Library brings ocean life to the mountains
Nearly 70 children, parents and grandparents attended a hands-on tide pool presentation Tuesday, Feb. 19 at New Vineyard Library. The educational event was presented by Chewonki Foundation Traveling Natural History Program.
Posted inThe Franklin Journal
Snowshoeing by the light of the supermoon
“I am thrilled with the adventurous spirit of the people who came out to join us. I am happy we had such a clear night to enjoy the supermoon. We are hopeful people will continue to use the trails as a way to connect with the Androscoggin River and to enjoy the outdoors.” Shelley Kruszewski, ALT executive director
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State official apologizes as chaos reigns over sales of CBD products
The regulator says one inspector’s order to remove the hemp-derived products from stores was misguided and merchants should have been told to review federal law and seek legal counsel if they had questions.
Posted inThe Rangeley Highlander
Snapshots in Time: Excerpts from the Annals of Maine’s Sporting Past
The 1905 story of capture of one of the most notorious poachers of his day, Peter Fontaine.