To the Editor: The 2024 election is just around the corner, and, given that this has been the most contentious, divisive campaign in recent memory, I have a suggestion to offer, a favor to ask. I’m sure each one of you knows someone of the opposite political persuasion, so try this – Monday night the […]
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.
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Americans who tell the truth
To the Editor: Do you remember Samantha Smith? In 1982, she was a 10-year-old from Maine with a question, why did the world need nuclear weapons? “Is Russia going to war with the United States?” she wrote in a letter to Soviet leader Yuri Andropov. The courage of her question captured the hearts of people […]
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‘One Lewiston’ effort to collect blood continues
LEWISTON — Turnout was strong for the first commemorative “One Lewiston” blood drive at Central Maine Medical Center [CMMC], and the opportunity to donate continues. The onsite blood drive, which took place on two days last week, was a joint effort among the American Red Cross of Northern New England, LifeFlight of Maine and CMMC. […]
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Western Maine Audubon presents talk Nov. 13
FARMINGTON — Western Maine Audubon is proud to present its third and final fall 2024 talk on Wednesday, Nov. 13, at 7 p.m. The talk “Mountain Lakes as Sentinels of Change in the Northeast,” will be presented by Dr. Rachel Hovel and Dr. Julia Daly in Thomas Auditorium in UMF’s Preble Hall at 173 High […]
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UMF presents ‘Bethany Engstrom: In the Works’ exhibit
FARMINGTON — The UMF Art Gallery is pleased to present its upcoming exhibit, “Bethany Engstrom: In the Works.” Engstrom’s compelling work is on display from Oct. 31 – Dec. 13. An opening reception will be held at the gallery on the University of Maine at Farmington campus on Thursday, Oct. 31, from 4-7 p.m. The […]
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Virtual business planning for producers starts
ORONO — Registration is open for the University of Maine Cooperative Extension’s Business Planning for Producers course. The course is designed for aspiring producers as well as new and beginning producers in the first or second year in production. Participants will learn about the core concepts of business operations, finance, management and marketing. Held Thursdays […]
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Temple seeks public input on community resilience priorities
TEMPLE — Temple community members are encouraged to participate in a public workshop on Oct. 28 to inform the town’s enrollment in Maine’s Community Resilience Partnership, a program that helps communities reduce energy consumption and greenhouse gas emissions while adapting to extreme weather, flooding, and other climate impacts through direct support and grants of up […]
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Hurricane Breakfast-Brunch Palooza benefit Nov. 10
AVON — Do you want to have some rocking fun for breakfast while raising money for a good cause? Set aside the morning of Nov. 10th, from 10 a.m. until 2 p.m. for a Breakfast-Brunch Palooza to benefit the victims of the recent hurricanes in North Carolina. Taking place at the Avon Town Hall, tickets […]
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Farmington Historical Society meets Oct. 28
FARMINGTON — The Farmington Historical Society will hold their monthly meeting on Monday, Oct. 28, at the North Church, 118 High St. There will be a potluck at 6 p.m., a short business meeting to follow, and a program to begin at 7 p.m. The public is welcome and encouraged to attend. FHS member David […]
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4-H offers online session for aspiring volunteers
STATE — University of Maine Cooperative Extension will host a two-part online informational session for adults interested in becoming Maine 4-H volunteers from 6-7 p.m. on Nov. 12 and 19. “Start Your 4-H Volunteer Journey” will provide participants with information about the UMaine Extension 4-H youth development program through four short e-Learning modules. Attendees will […]