The Wilton Board of Selectpersons voted unanimously on Tuesday, April 23, to make a correction to the water budget after a clerical error was found in the final total.
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.
Two Wilton women seeking RSU 9 board of directors seat
Gwendolyn Doak will be seeking reelection for her seat on the Regional School Unit 9 board of directors, with Wilton resident Louise Hiltz making her second attempt for a seat on the board.
Jay library hosted Harry Potter party during April vacation
The Jay-Niles Memorial Library invited members of the community to search for the Sorcerer’s Stone at the Harry Potter-themed party on the second floor of the library.
RSU 9 updates policy on homeless students
RSU 9 separated their original policy regarding student homelessness into two policies, as well as reintroduced a policy regarding the public’s freedom of access.
RSU 9 presents its 2024 budget
RSU 9’s budget is set at $45 million, an 8.26% increase over the previous year, but Superintendent Christian Elkington stated taxpayers will only be responsible for 4.45%.
Farmington cook invites community to try Caribbean cuisine
Farmington local Kezia Highsmith is looking to bring more Caribbean flavors to the town, but wants some feedback from the community before taking the plunge.
Wilton presents its 2024/2025 proposed budget
Wilton has budgeted $4.9 million for government operations, with $2.2 million in revenue and $400,000 appropriated from undesignated funds to offset certain expenses.