FARMINGTON — The University of Maine at Farmington is commemorating Constitution Day 2024 with its 18th annual discussion of significant past and upcoming cases before the Supreme Court. This year’s event will take place on Thursday, Oct. 24, at 6:30 p.m., in room C23 in UMF Roberts Learning Center. The event is presented by Jim […]
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.
Extension 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 […]
Jay plans extra hours to register voters
JAY — The Jay Town Office will be open Wednesday evening, Oct. 30 from 5 to 7 p.m. for the purpose of registering voters. For more information contact town Clerk Ronda Palmer, 207-897-6785.
Fayette community Trunk or Treat Oct. 26
FAYETTE — The community Trunk or Treat is set for Saturday, Oct. 26, 2-4 p.m. at Starling Hall. This free event has become a favorite for our area families. We will be decorating trucks or car trunks for Halloween and distributing candy treats. Children are invited to dress in their Halloween costumes so they can parade […]
Treat Library November news
November is almost here, that thankful time of year. We’re so grateful for our wonderful patrons and community members who have been making Treat Memorial Library a welcoming place to visit for the past 70 years. Book Club will be meeting Thursday, Nov. 14, at 3 p.m. This month we will be reading Part of […]
North Livermore Baptist Church
NO. LIVERMORE — The North Livermore Baptist Church congregation was welcomed in Oct. 20 at 9:30 a.m. to begin the morning worship service. Pastor Bonnie is on vacation this week. Thayne Frost from Camp Good News brought the message. The Call to Worship, Invocation/Lord’s Prayer were recited. The hymns that were sung were “Praise Him! […]
Leaves represent second chances
I’ve enjoyed sitting under our backyard tree in the last few warm, sunlit autumn afternoons. It’s a remarkable tree whose christened name is Meredith. I love her and do my best to protect and keep her healthy. She’s truly impressive and has served us well by giving shade or sharing her medicinal qualities like the […]
Jay Baptist Church
JAY — On Sunday, Oct. 13, Pastor Chris Dalessio opened the service in prayer. Music was provided by Becky & Dick Pelletier. Old fashioned hymns sung were: “At Calvary”, “In My Heart There Rings A Melody“, and “There is Room At The Cross For You.” The sermon was: “How shall we now live”. The Book […]
First Baptist Church of Livermore Falls
LIVERMORE FALLS — On Sunday, Oct. 13, praise songs “Praise the Name of Jesus” and “Be Bold, Be Strong” were sung. The Call to Worship was Psalm 18:1 – 2. Hymns sung were “There Is Power In the Blood”, “Nothing But the Blood and “Savior, Again, To Thy Dear Name “. Offertory music: “Jesus Shall […]
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Essentials FARMINGTON — The Essentials Closet ministry at Old South Church in Farmington offers personal care products free of charge to people in the greater Farmington area who are having trouble making ends meet. In October, the Essentials Closet will be open on Wednesday, Oct. 23, from 2 to 4 p.m. Enter the church building, […]