Superintendent Laura Columbia addressed concerns over aging school facilities, budget constraints, and the future of Phillips and Strong Elementary schools during a recent community forum.
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.
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Hundreds gather in Farmington for national ‘Hands Off!’ protest
Nearly 500 people lined Main Street in Farmington April 5 to join a national protest defending federal programs and democratic values.
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Blue Crew FRC Team 6153 wins awards at New England Championship
Blue Crew Robotics earned two awards and ended its season ranked 66th.
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Fayette updates include roadwork, election and property deed fix
Town Manager Mark Robinson reported on upcoming road projects, a resolved 1991 property lien, and June election details at the recent Select Board meeting.
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Livermore voters to weigh budget, elect officials April 29
Livermore residents will vote on 51 warrant articles and elect RSU 73 directors and Select Board members during the April 29 annual town meeting.
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UMF to host 12th annual Fiddlehead Festival on Saturday
The May 3 festival features local food, music, workshops and family activities.
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Maine libraries face uncertainty amid potential federal funding cuts
Maine librarians warn that proposed IMLS cuts could cripple rural services, interlibrary loans and internet access.
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Fayette board discusses auction, school budget, and bond concerns
At its April 1 meeting, the Fayette Select Board discussed school budget impacts, and an upcoming online auction to benefit Starling Hall.
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RSU 9 meeting includes petition calling for superintendent’s removal
At the April 8 RSU 9 board meeting, a resident presented a petition declaring no confidence in Superintendent Christian Elkington.
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Katie Mosher prepares spring bouquets at The Flower Barn
On April 11, Katie Mosher was hard at work arranging fresh floral bouquets at The Flower Barn surrounded by color and creativity in Jay.