The Sun Journal’s coverage area features plenty of talent this winter.
Salem Township
Posted inBoys Basketball, Sports, Varsity Maine
Here are 5 western Maine boys basketball teams to watch in 2025-26
The area has a chance to produce multiple regional champions this season.
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Mt. Abram schools prepare for withdrawal negotiations
Committees in district towns of Strong, Phillips and Kingfield are researching costs associated with leaving MSAD 58. Strong is ready to negotiate.
Posted inMaine, News, The Franklin Journal, The Rangeley Highlander
‘Desperately needed’ wood bank opens in Franklin County
Eligible households will be able to purchase firewood at a reduced rate. Recipients will be referred to a program that will pay up to $15,000 in home repairs that address heat loss issues.
Posted inBoys Soccer, Sports, Varsity Maine
Hall-Dale boys soccer survives Mt. Abram charge to defend C South title
The Roadrunners mount a furious comeback attempt, but the Bulldogs advance to Saturday’s state title game.
Posted inGirls Soccer, Sports, Varsity Maine
Maranacook girls soccer takes down Mt. Abram to win Class C South title
Phoebe Bell scores a hat trick as the Black Bears advance to face Fort Kent in the state championship game.
Posted inMaine, News, Schools & Education, The Franklin Journal, The Rangeley Highlander
Phillips, Strong, Kingfield continue exploring school district withdrawal
Three of the four towns served by Phillips-based Maine School Administrative District 58 are exploring withdrawing from the district.
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Franklin County’s first firewood bank could be ‘vital to many households’
The Salem Township wood bank will host a grand opening on Wednesday, just a week after MaineHousing announced its emergency heating assistance program would not begin on Nov. 1 due to the government shutdown.
Posted inCommunity, Maine, Schools & Education, The Franklin Journal, The Rangeley Highlander
Northern Franklin County prepares to feed those facing a potential loss of SNAP benefits
From a newly built food pantry at Mt. Abram High School in Salem Township to food drives, individuals and organizations are responding to help their neighbors.
Posted inBoys Soccer, Sports, Varsity Maine
Here are 11 boys soccer players we expect to make an impact in the postseason
Several players hope to lead the charge for their teams toward state championship glory.