Fresh snow and clear skies frame the French Falls River Walk trailhead, highlighting the peaceful character of the popular Jay recreation site during winter.
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.
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Livermore Falls board gets public input before vote on retail cannabis moratorium
Select Board members reviewed the updated proposal, saying existing businesses will not be affected by a moratorium.
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Poppy’s Redemption begins construction on new site in Livermore
Poppy’s has started building a new redemption center at 1885 Federal Road in Livermore following its relocation from Jay.
Posted inThe Franklin Journal
Outdoor fire brings warmth to Wilton gathering on snowy night
A winter gathering around an outdoor fire was held on Depot Street in Wilton on Feb. 4.
Posted inLocal & State, News, Outdoors, The Franklin Journal, The Maine Forecast
How to play it safe on snow days in Maine
With snowstorms expected to bring school closures, families can make the most of a snow day by knowing how to build better snowballs and snowmen, choosing the right sleds, and dressing properly for cold conditions.
Posted inLocal & State, News, The Franklin Journal
Maine eFiling expands as new court rules and vendor terms take effect
Maine’s electronic court system is expanding, requiring users to accept a private vendor agreement as new judicial rules governing eFiling begin.
Posted inNews, The Franklin Journal
New UMF exhibit turns space and place into art experience
The Emery Community Arts Center at the University of Maine at Farmington opened its spring exhibition, “Spaces Places Traces,” featuring mixed-media works by 10 New England artists.
Posted inLocal & State, News, Schools & Education, The Franklin Journal
Mt. Blue schools to take on special education services for 4-year-olds in 2026-27
RSU 9 Superintendent Christian Elkington said the pre-K special education program will be handled by the district beginning next school year as part of a statewide transition.
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Update to plans for Farmington’s Main Street include design, aesthetics upgrades
The Select Board was given an update on utilities and a retaining wall in phase one of the Main Street improvement project.
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Farmington to look further into proposal to lower cannabis license fees
Farmington officials said they will review more details of a proposed warrant article before deciding whether to put it before voters.