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
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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Fayette Select Board reviews school’s public use policy, discusses property tax concerns
At the Oct. 1 Fayette Select Board meeting, Vice Chair Mike Carlson provided an update on the school committee’s decision to reconsider its public use policy.
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Chesterville Select Board reviews tax foreclosures, FEMA Funds
The Chesterville Select Board met Oct. 3, discussing tax foreclosures, employee reviews, and the receipt of $68,000 in FEMA funds for road repairs.
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Therapy dog brings joy to Jay-Niles Memorial Library
On Oct. 5, children and adults at the Jay-Niles Memorial Library had the opportunity to interact with Finley, a yellow Labrador therapy dog during a special visit. Owned by Hannah Hanson, Finley provided comfort and companionship as children petted, talked to, and read aloud to him. One young participant, Annabel Hopkins, enjoyed reading a story to Finley.
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Fayette Select Board advises private use of school policy being reconsidered
Select Board Vice Chairperson Mike Carlson said the Fayette School Committee is reconsidering its policy on use of Fayette Central School.
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UMaine board approves upgrades, tackles teacher retention
The University of Maine System board of trustees approved key infrastructure improvements at UMaine Farmington while engaging in a lengthy discussion about addressing Maine’s teacher shortage through programs like the New Teacher Academy.
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Farmington-area school superintendent proposes budget workshop to align strategic plan
Superintendent Christian Elkington requested a budget workshop with the RSU 9 board of directors and administration to discuss the district’s strategic plan and budget process ahead of an expected difficult fiscal year.
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Justafield Golf: A hidden gem in Phillips
Justafield Golf, an 18-hole par-3 course, offers an affordable and relaxed golfing experience surrounded by the natural beauty of Phillips.
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Children explore emergency and construction vehicles at Cape Cod Hill School’s Touch a Truck event
Over 100 attendees enjoyed Cape Cod Hill School’s recent Touch a Truck event, where children explored fire trucks, police cars, and construction vehicles while interacting with local volunteers.
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Livermore Select Board discusses funding for new plow truck and loan repayment plan
The Livermore Select Board discussed funding and loan repayment for the new 2025 Volvo Plow Truck, applying $21,625 from the sale of the old truck and planning to use surplus funds to reduce the principal.