FARMINGTON — This summer children of all ages can be raising money for The Care and Share Food Closet while reading and listening to books in any format. The library will donate five cents a book, more for books longer than 100 pages. The children need to register and keep a record of their reading. […]
June 2020
Carrabassett library is ready to open
CARRABASSETT VALLEY — The Carrabassett Valley Public Library is ready to open to members for limited hours, by appointment, starting on Wednesday, June 17. We are anxious to see all of our friends back at the library. But, as you probably are aware, extra precautions will need to be taken in order to open safely. […]
NCEH Cares
NORTH CHESTERVILLE — Although the North Chesterville Extension Homemakers have not been allowed to have their regular monthly meetings, it does not mean they have not been involved in community concerns like “Feed the Children”. We realized our Chesterville children were not in school and receiving their normal lunches. Although the school district was covering […]
Youth in Action: Mt. Blue Impact Club making a difference
FARMINGTON — Farmington Rotary Club is proud to be the only Rotary Club in the world to sponsor a continuum of clubs that engage youth in service above self. Those clubs start early at Mallett School and go all the way to college and are called Early Act, Next Act, Impact, Interact and Rotoract. At […]
Pet of the Week
Our Franklin County Animal Shelter pet of the week is Frankie. He’s a senior male and has this to say: “Hello there, my name is Frankie. I am a very sweet older gentleman that is looking for a quiet home to live out my golden years. I am very sweet but also a little shy. […]
THUMBS UP!
THUMBS UP for the excellent coverage of the RHS 2020 graduates. It was so refreshing to read about young people with such high aspirations and sound values. They represent small town living at its best.
Cause for Smiles at Keep Country Daycare and Rainbow School
Local children are back, enjoying freeze pops at Keep Country Daycare/Rainbow School after the facility was closed for six weeks due to COVID-19. An additional cause for smiles is that the childcare facility is celebrating its 38th year!
The Farmhouse Beer Garden to open soon
A fire pit, stunning views and locally sourced foods will be available at the outdoor restaurant,
Wilton board undecided on public town meeting
State rules prohibit gathering of more than 50 people.