The Phillips Public Library’s eighth annual Readers, Writers and Runners 5K was a successful event July 20 featuring mystery author Maureen Milliken, scenic running routes and unique ceramic medals, raising over $1,300 for the library.
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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Kingfield Festival Days celebrate another successful year
The Kingfield Festival Days, held July 18-21, featured a parade, live music, surf-and-turf dinner, and numerous activities, drawing large crowds and celebrating community spirit with a variety of events and attractions.
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Bob Lloyd combines magic, juggling, and martial arts for unique performances
Bob Lloyd, a magician with over 40 years of experience captivated families with his unique blend of magic, juggling, pantomime and martial arts, showcased in a recent performance at the Phillips Public Library.
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SAP: Lane Farm petting zoo had gentle, beautiful calves peacefully resting and enjoying the warm day
Lane Farm petting zoo had a big crowd to see the goats and calves at Kingfield Festival Days July 20 in Kingfield. Little children and adults took turns petting the calves.
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Jay Community Center organizer Randi Sencabaugh seeks volunteers for upcoming game night
Randi Sencabaugh is seeking volunteers to help plan and run a community game night at the Jay Community Center on July 26, as well as helping plan future events.
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Livermore Select Board approves backhoe purchase, employee raises and plans for community event
The Livermore Select Board approved the purchase of a new backhoe, employee raises, and discussed plans for the upcoming Brettuns Pond Association annual meeting.
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Families embrace mindfulness and movement at Jay-Niles Memorial Library’s jungle yoga event
Children and families at Jay-Niles Memorial Library enjoyed a unique “Jungle Yoga” event led by Jenn Stone, combining yoga, music and mindfulness as part of the library’s summer reading program, promoting emotional well-being and family bonding.
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Photo: Rain or shine, Kineowatha Park is great way to enjoy nature
After thunder and rain cleared, people began their hike back down to Wilson Lake to swim, build sand castles and catch frogs of course.
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Selina Warren of Kingfield Elementary recognized nationally for excellence in teaching
Selina Warren, a kindergarten teacher at Kingfield Elementary School, has been nationally recognized for her innovative integration of agriculture into education, receiving the National Excellence in Teaching About Agriculture Award.
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Pierpole Day 2024: Strong’s annual celebration shines with parade, activities and community spirit
Pierpole Day 2024 in Strong was a resounding success, featuring a lively parade, various family-friendly activities, and community camaraderie, culminating in an evening of spectacular fireworks.