The RSU 9 budget was approved with 867 votes.
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.
St. Rose of Lima offers food, bread and more
St. Rose of Lima’s Parish Social Ministry is helping out the community in any way it can, with a little help from bread and secondhand clothes.
High Flyers help raise money for Farmington recovery house
Orchestrated by owner and chief administrative officer Amanda Ricci, a cornhole tournament was held on Saturday, June 10, to raise money for The Summit House, a recovery house based in Farmington.
Wilton water transmission line update
Wilton Select Board heard an update from Dirigo Engineering on Tuesday, June 6, regarding the replacement of the water transmission line running from Varnum Pond.
Mt. Blue High School awards diplomas to 163 graduates
After more than a week of rain, the sun finally graced the Mt. Blue Campus in Farmington.
Staring at the future: Mount Abram high celebrates Class of 2023
Mount Abram High School held its annual graduation ceremony Friday, where they saw 45 seniors move on to the next stage of their life.
Wilton, meet your candidates for RSU 9 board of directors
Wilton residents Amanda Caruso and Louise Hiltz will be running for the open position at the Regional School Unit 9 Board of Directors, with election day slated for Tuesday, June 13, at the Wilton Town Office.
Mega Yard Sale slated for Saturday, June 17
The Franklin County Animal Shelter will be hosting the annual mega yard sale at the Farmington Fairgrounds on Saturday, June 17. All proceeds will go to the shelter.
Wilton to put moratorium on cannabis licensing
The Wilton Select Board voted to have Town Manager Perry Ellsworth put together a moratorium on all cannabis operation licensing until they are able to review and revise their ordinances.
Wilton elections include two selectpersons and one school director
The Regional School Unit 9 budget will also be decided Tuesday.