Franklin
News and information about Franklin County from the Sun Journal.
Great grad: Rangeley graduate Eric White found himself through music again after pandemic
When the pandemic upended his life for two years, music helped him reestablish bonds.
New Sharon man to serve 4 years for sexually abusing girl
Raymond Buck, 76, must register as a sex offender for the rest of his life.
Franklin County’s tax rate drops 22 cents for coming fiscal year
The tax rate for 2024-25 that begins on July 1 is $1.40 per $1,000 of property valuation.
Public hearing set Tuesday on building Franklin County emergency operations center in Farmington
The center would be on County Way and cost an estimated at $4.4 million.
Rangeley candidates running for town, school offices
There are no candidates for three seats on the RSU 78 board.
Rangeley receives 3 applications for police chief
An interview committee will be established and interviews will be set up this month.
Great grad: Spruce Mountain High School’s Faith Maurais hones leadership, problem-solving skills
She hopes to one day work for the United States National Park Service and help revive and protect endangered species.
Kingfield voters OK $2 million budget at annual town meeting
Kingfield residents approved a $2,088,761 municipal budget and elected several officials during the annual town meeting, which featured extensive community participation and debate on various budget items.
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