Vice Chair Mike Carlson outlines the town’s efforts to restore FEMA funding, install a generator, and ensure accessibility at Starling Hall.
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 33 years and mom of eight children. Rebecca was born in Florida, but has been in Maine for over 15 years, and in New England since her teen years.
Posted inAndroscoggin County, Livermore Falls Advertiser, Local & State
Fayette board reappoints leadership, approves wide slate of officials
Select Board also discussed road work, flags and a pond infestation.
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Posted inAndroscoggin County, Franklin, Livermore Falls Advertiser, Local & State
Livermore Falls sets Aug. 5 hearing ahead of annual town meeting
The Select Board scheduled a public hearing, reviewed staffing updates from the police chief, and discussed town projects and citizen petitions.
Posted inAndroscoggin County, Franklin, Livermore Falls Advertiser, Local & State
Washburn-Norlands hosts Farm-To-Table Dinner on Friday
Friday’s dinner highlights local food while Saturday offers hands-on 1800s experiences at the Livermore Living History Center.
Posted inFranklin, Local & State, The Franklin Journal
Farmington Summerfest to mark 60 years with full day of activities
The July 26 event will feature music, food, games, a talent show, and more.
Posted inThe Franklin Journal
Phillips, Strong begin MSAD 58 withdrawal as district faces change
Superintendent Laura Columbia says Phillips and Strong have begun withdrawal from MSAD 58, while other towns explore options amid rising costs and differing visions.
Posted inThe Franklin Journal
Farmington LGBTQ+ leaders condemn RSU 73 policy targeting trans youth
Franklin County Pride ME board members and others are denouncing RSU 73’s new policy restricting transgender students, citing legal concerns and student harm.
Posted inArts & Entertainment, Franklin, Local & State, The Franklin Journal
Youth take center stage in free two-week performing arts intensive in Farmington
Students from Maine and Boston are training with professionals in music, dance and theatre, culminating in a free public show July 13 at 3 p.m.
Posted inFranklin, Livermore Falls Advertiser, News
Dawn Chadwick wins Chesterville Select Board seat in write-in vote
Chadwick was elected July 8 in a special write-in election to fill a vacant Chesterville Select Board seat.
Posted inFranklin, Local & State, Schools & Education, The Franklin Journal
Instructor resigns over possible relocation of Mt. Blue robotics team
Longtime teacher Richard Wilde left the district after he said the administration decided to move the team off the Mt. Blue Campus, but Superintendent Christian Elkington says nothing has been decided yet.