Snow and a change of date may have impacted attendance.
Pam Harnden
Staff Writer
Pam Harnden, of Wilton, has been a staff writer for The Franklin Journal since 2012. Since 2015, she has also written for the Livermore Falls Advertiser and Sun Journal. She covers Livermore and Regional School Unit 73 school board meetings. She writes about people and community events in the greater Franklin County area and is the go-to person for school robotics competitions. Pam is a member of the Old Crow Indian Band and a supervisor for the Franklin County Soil and Water Conservation District. She enjoys cooking, gardening, flower arranging, reading, music and spending time with her grandchildren. Pam has a bachelor's degree from the University of Maine at Orono and has been involved personally and professionally with numerous agricultural endeavors.
Student is expelled from Spruce Mountain Middle School
The expulsion is necessary for the peace and usefulness of the schools, according to information provided by Superintendent Scott Albert.
Farmington sets cost of living adjustment at 3%
The New England Consumer Price Index for October was 3%, for November 2.7%.
Farmington library hosts online auction fundraiser
FARMINGTON — Farmington Public Library is pleased to announce the launch of an online auction fundraiser, offering an opportunity for art enthusiasts, book lovers, and community supporters to contribute to the library’s ongoing mission while acquiring some unique items. The auction items consist of several Stanley Kierstead paintings, both originals and prints, generously donated to […]
FMH receives national recognition
Franklin Memorial Hospital has been recognized on the “All Cases” Meritorious list. FARMINGTON — The American College of Surgeons National Surgical Quality Improvement Program (ACS NSQIP®) has recognized Franklin Memorial Hospital (FMH) as one of 78 ACS NSQIP participating hospitals that have achieved meritorious outcomes for surgical patient care in 2022. As a participant in ACS NSQIP, […]
UMS announces free tuition for shooting victims, families
As requested by Gov. Mills, the University of Maine System will ensure the cost of college is not a barrier for those directly impacted by the tragedy by providing free tuition and establishing a fund to support other postsecondary educational expenses.
UMF courses open to the public
FARMINGTON — Ready to invest in yourself with a college course? The University of Maine at Farmington winter term and spring Ssemester online and in-person courses are now open to the public. Winter term courses run from Dec. 26, 2023, to Jan. 12, 2024. Spring semester courses run from Jan. 16 to May 2, 2024, […]
Teacher’s Lounge Mafia show benefits United Way
FARMINGTON — Teachers Lounge Mafia will once again be putting on their holiday Stale Milk & Sour Cookies improv show to benefit United Way of the Tri-Valley Area. The show will be held on Dec. 8 at the North Church at approximately 8:15 p.m. The content of this show is adult rated. This directly follows […]