A former Fayette Select Board member reflects on his 12 years of service, highlighting infrastructure challenges, community involvement and the town’s future opportunities.
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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Industry voters fund new Public Works building at annual town meeting
Residents at Industry’s annual town meeting Saturday approved all 34 warrant articles, including a Local Food Sovereignty Ordinance, while also electing Steward Durrell to the Select Board.
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John Harlow’s photographic exhibit opens at UMF art gallery
The UMF Art Gallery presents Take Only What You Can Carry, a photographic exhibit by John Harlow that explores themes of memory, resilience, and human complexity through deeply personal and visually striking images.
Posted inThe Franklin Journal
Superintendent Columbia provides updates on MSAD 58 enrollment, air quality
Superintendent Laura Columbia addressed key district updates, including enrollment, air quality concerns at Phillips Elementary, and upcoming events.
Posted inThe Franklin Journal
Dalrymple, Smith highlight CTE growth and student success at RSU 9 meeting
Foster CTE Director Galen Dalrymple and Mt. Blue’s principal Joel Smith presented updates on student achievements, enrollment, and collaborative initiatives at the recent RSU 9 board meeting.
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Snow-capped birdhouse in Wilton stands tall after storm
A birdhouse on Depot Street in Wilton sports a towering hat of snow, a whimsical reminder of winter’s grip the day after the most recent storm.
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Mt. Blue coach John Logan highlights school’s speech and debate tournament
Mt. Blue High School hosted its first speech and debate tournament in over 25 years in December 2024, bringing together around 100 students from across Maine for a successful competition.
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RSU 9 superintendent discusses budget at Chesterville meeting
RSU 9 Superintendent Christian Elkington met with the Chesterville Select Board Feb. 27 to discuss the district’s budget, tax impacts, and the upcoming March 24 vote on acquiring the former Ingalls School for a social services hub.
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Two compete for Chesterville’s 3-year seat on RSU 9 board
Patty Hastings and Tiffany Estabrook are running for Chesterville’s 3-year seat on the Regional School Board 9 board of directors, each emphasizing fiscal responsibility and education priorities.
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Fayette’s All Age Friendly Committee hosts financial safety talk
The Fayette All Age Friendly Committee hosted a Muffin Morning with Amanda Lee of Franklin Savings Bank, who led the first in a three-part series on financial security, covering fraud prevention, password safety and online scams.