The question of whether to merge the Jay and Wilton police departments could come before voters as soon as the June 9 primary.
A.M. Sheehan
Staff Writer
A.M. Sheehan has been in the news business for 40 years, including time as an editor at the Chatham Courier in N.Y., Kitchenware News, Beachcomber and Dover Community News in N.H., and the Summerville Journal Scene, Georgetown Times, Waccamaw Times and Inlet Outlet in S.C. In Maine she has been an editor for the
Advertiser Democrat, Bethel Citizen, Franklin Journal and Livermore Falls Advertiser, and is currently managing editor for the Sun Journal's group of western Maine weeklies. She is a former journalist of the year in Maine, a Pulitzer finalist and winner of the Michael Kelley Award, the Polk Award and the Casey Medal Award. A.M. enjoys reading, theater, cooking and gardening.
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Mt. Blue district draft budget proposes 1.5% spending increase
The draft budget eliminates five teaching positions now held by staff members who are retiring or otherwise leaving the Mt. Blue Regional School District at the end of the year.
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Why a dark night sky is important to Maine
Clear viewing is not at the top of the list…
Posted inMaine, News, Schools & Education
Oxford Hills to vote Nov. 4 on seeking funds for new middle school
The referendum also asked voters if they also want a locally-funded larger gym and bleachers as well as a new outdoor learning center.
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What’s happening in the Oxford Hills
workshops, webinars and talks
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Poland Heritage Day coming Sept. 27
POLAND — Poland Heritage Day is back once again to celebrate the growing community and rich history of Poland Spring, Maine on Saturday, Sept. 27, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. The celebration, held each year on the grounds of the Poland Spring Resort & Preservation Park, is open to the public featuring free admission and parking. “We are excited […]
Posted inThe Franklin Journal
Franklin County offers Citizen Police Academy
FARMINGTON — The Franklin County Sheriff’s Office will be offering its annual Citizens Police Academy. The academy will be held at FCSO’s new office, located at 120 County Way in Farmington. The six-week course will begin on Tuesday, Sep. 23, ending on Tuesday, Oct. 28, every Tuesday from 6-8 p.m. Anyone with interest is asked […]
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Extension offers late season garden workshop
University of Maine Cooperative Extension will present its second fall gardening webinar, “The Late Season Garden: Reflections and Tasks,” from 6 – 7:15 p.m. on Tuesday, Sept. 23. Horticulture professional Jennifer Cappello-Ruggiero will lead the session, offering insights on the past growing season, what worked well, and what could be improved. The webinar will cover […]
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Oxford Hills/Nezinscot Adult Ed fall programs offered
Conversational Spanish Tuesdays, Sept. 23 – Oct. 21, 6 – 7 p.m. This live and informal class is designed for those who wish to improve their Spanish communication and comprehension skills. A rudimentary knowledge of Spanish is encouraged. Únete a nosotros! (Join us!) Offered in OHNAE. CPR Certification Thursday, Sept. 18, 5:30 – 8:30 p.m. […]
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War of 1812 POW from Paris topic of program
At its monthly meeting on Thursday, Sep. 18, the Paris Cape Historical Society will present a talk by Larry Glatz on the War of 1812 veteran Joseph Penley of Paris. Glatz has worked with Executive Director Will Chapman and Executive Director Randy Bennett of the Museums of the Bethel Historical Society to publish a new […]