The town of Industry passed all 39 town warrant articles as written on Saturday, March 9, which included funds for a used fire truck and a revised dog control ordinance policy.
Brian Ponce
Brian Ponce is a staff writer for the Franklin Journal, as well as the Livermore Falls Advertiser and the Sun Journal. Prior to joining the Sun Media team, he worked across many different industries ranging from warehouses to restaurants while pursuing his passion for writing on the side. Brian graduated from California State University in San Bernardino, California, with a B.A. in English with a focus on creative writing. Afterward, he performed freelance work documenting local musicians and their music in the High Desert of San Bernardino County. When he is not searching for a story, Brian can typically be found in his native habitat, a comic book shop, researching taco recipes and meandering.
Posted inThe Franklin Journal
RSU 9 names Joel Smith principal for Mt. Blue High School
After a year with the school as interim principal, Joel Smith will now serve as the permanent replacement for Monique Poulin after a unanimous vote from the RSU 9 board directors on Tuesday, March 12.
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Mt. Blue wrestler fundraises to help with tourney fees
Brooklynn Webber of Mt. Blue High School has her sights set on four major wrestling tournaments this year, and has started a GoFundMe to help with expenses such as travel and tournament fees.
Posted inSchools & Education
Farmington-based school district hires Joel Smith as principal
Joel Smith has served as interim principal for the district for one year and the RSU 9 board of directors have formally extended a two-year contract.
Posted inLivermore Falls Advertiser
Spruce Mountain offers tech advice for new users
Ernie Steward, digital literacy instructor for Spruce Mountain Adult Education, is making the rounds to local libraries to help new tech users better understand their device in the modern digital age.
Posted inLivermore Falls Advertiser
Chesterville Homemakers plan bake sale and Easter egg hunt
The Extension Homemakers of Chesterville are planning a bake sale for Friday, March 15, and an Easter egg hunt for Sunday, March 24, both at the Chesterville town office.
Posted inElections, Politics
Industry passes all articles at annual town meeting
The town report was dedicated to Robert Geisser and Joseph Paradis Jr., recognizing their many years of service to the town.
Posted inThe Franklin Journal
New Sharon citizens discuss Charter/Spectrum, town funds
The town of New Sharon met on Saturday, March 2, to swear in new town officers and vote on 29 articles including an article on a franchise agreement with Spectrum/Charter, which was amended.