Treat Memorial Library’s Tails and Tales program, held monthly, brings therapy dogs Silas and Lil to provide students and staff with a comforting break from their daily routines.
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.
Trea honors Elsie Treat’s legacy during Women’s History Month
Treat Memorial Library honors the lasting legacy of Elsie Treat, whose dedication to education and community service continues to shape the institution nearly 70 years after its founding.
Fayette community plans health fair
The Fayette All Age Friendly Committee is organizing a health fair April 5 at Fayette Central School to connect residents with community resources, support aging-in-place efforts and strengthen local engagement.
Former Fayette selectman reflects on service, community, town’s future
A former Fayette Select Board member reflects on his 12 years of service, highlighting infrastructure challenges, community involvement and the town’s future opportunities.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.