Selectmen chose a different scenario than those presented for setting the tax rate so the actual rate wasn’t available Tuesday, Oct. 10.
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.
Property taxes going up in Farmington; new police officer introduced
Former Lewiston officer hired for Farmington police force.
Hard work being done at middle school is being recognized
Spruce Mountain Middle School Principal Kristopher Targett was asked to speak at the Holocaust and Human Rights Center’s annual awards banquet.
Local teams compete at robotics event in Oakland
Knights of Katahdin 9055 was part of the winning alliance while Blue Crew 6153 was able to overcome early challenges and make it to the playoffs.
Wilton churches hold blessing of animals, plan future events
Wilton Ecumenical Community Outreach [WECO] for years has been supporting the greater Wilton community in various ways and has planned several events through the end of the year.
Walton’s Mill Park: Partnerships create beautiful space for all to enjoy
At the Walton’s Mill Park dedication Friday morning, Sept. 29, community members and stakeholders came together to celebrate the dam removal, acknowledge the area’s past and look to its future.
Farmington supports opposition to national wildlife refuge
Selectmen on Tuesday, Sept. 26, approved supporting a letter of opposition to the proposed national wildlife refuge in northern Franklin County.
Farmington approves Downtown TIF expenditures
Selectmen Tuesday, Sept. 26, approved spending $13,000 for shop local banners and $10,000 to amend the Downtown TIF plan.
The Norlands’ 50th fall season is underway
The fall season at Washburn-Norlands Living History Center provides opportunities for visitors to take a look back at how Livermore residents lived during the 19th century.