Lt. Nixon Ortiz of the Livermore Falls Fire Department visited Spruce Mountain Primary School in Livermore Oct. 7 during Fire Prevention Week, teaching students vital fire safety tips and answering their enthusiastic questions.
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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Fall fun with bunnies at Treat Memorial Library
The Treat Memorial Library in Livermore Falls hosted a fall-themed event where families and children enjoyed a cozy visit with bunnies, fostering connection and seasonal fun Oct. 12 in Livermore Falls.
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Fayette public hearing discusses Starling Hall renovations
The Fayette public hearing Oct. 1 focused on the future of Starling Hall, with town officials and residents discussing potential renovation funding options while emphasizing the need to avoid using taxpayer money.
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Joni James returns to Play Museum as board member
WILTON — Western Maine Play Museum is jumping for joy to announce that Joni James, the museum’s founding executive director, has returned to the museum as a member of the board of directors. James’ leadership and vision were key to the museum’s success from the very beginning. She directed the museum’s operations from the grand […]
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Farmington-area school board highlights newsletter relaunch and open house event
The RSU 9 board of directors met Tuesday, focusing on updates from the superintendent, discussions on professional development, and recognizing staff efforts in supporting students with special needs.
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Phillips October Fest brings fall fun to the community
The Phillips Area Community Center hosted October Fest on Oct. 5, offering face painting, prizes, a pumpkin decorating contest, and a variety of snacks and $1 items. Despite a drizzly start, the event saw a great turnout, with the weather clearing up in the afternoon.
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RSU 9 board of directors meeting focuses on communication and recognitions
The RSU 9 board of directors met Oct. 8, focusing on updates from the superintendent, discussing professional development and recognizing staff efforts in supporting students with special needs.
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Fit Girls program fosters confidence, healthy habits for Franklin County youth
The Fit Girls program at Cape Cod Hill School in New Sharon offers free, inclusive outdoor activities for fourth and fifth-grade girls in Franklin County, promoting physical health, literacy and community service through running, reading and caring.
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Kingfield Select Board discusses speed control concerns on Riverside Street
The Kingfield Select Board discussed concerns about speeding on Riverside Street, with residents calling for more enforcement and safety measures, while the board emphasized the need for law enforcement involvement over town-led initiatives
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Wilton Free Public Library hosts annual harvest festival despite rainy weather
Families gathered at the library Oct. 5 for a festive morning of cotton candy, games, and fall-themed fun, undeterred by the drizzly fall weather.