Starting Oct. 1, Western Maine Transportation Services will expand the GreenLine commuter bus to six weekday round trips, boosting connections from Franklin County to Lewiston-Auburn.
Rebecca Richard
Staff Writer
Rebecca Richard is a reporter for the Franklin Journal. She graduated from the University of Maine after studying literature and writing. She is a small business owner, wife of 32 years and mom of eight children. Rebecca was born in Florida, but has been in Maine for over 10 years, and in New England since her teen years.
Jay events honor POW/MIA families, veterans
A town hall with Dr. Stephanie Makin and a record POW/MIA Day turnout in Jay highlighted the nation’s recovery efforts and honored families still waiting.
Fayette taking action against invasive plant threat
Town Manager Mark Robinson outlined plans to prevent swollen bladderwort from spreading in Tilton Pond.
Medicare, Medicaid and food assistance face major changes for Maine residents
Maine DHHS says new federal law will raise costs, tighten rules and leave thousands at risk of losing health and food benefits.
MDOT moves toward roundabout at crash-prone Beans Corner in Jay
Town and state officials are considering a full road closure while the $3.6 million roundabout at the routes 133 and 156 intersection is constructed.
Scottish troubadour Jim Malcolm to make Maine debut Oct. 4 in Farmington
The Old South Church Concert Series will host acclaimed singer-songwriter Jim Malcolm for his first Maine performance.
Livermore Falls to host 27th annual Apple Pumpkin Festival Sept. 27
The festival will feature food, crafts, live music, children’s activities, and more.
Mount Abram school district to vote on whether to close Day Mountain school in Strong
MSAD 58 will vote Oct. 16 on whether to close Day Mountain Regional Middle School and move grades 7-12 to Mount Abram, as Kingfield voters approved 145-35 to start a withdrawal study.
Farmington’s RSU 9 principals introduce new staff, programs
RSU 9 principals Keith Acedo and Carol Kiesman shared updates on new staff, summer programs, and full BARR implementation at the Sept. 9 board meeting.
Farmington town manager updates on inspections and budget planning
Farmington Select Board heard updates Sept. 9 on safety reviews, a grant for a 311 system, community forums and budget challenges.