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Two Franklin County commissioners vote to sign letter opposing national wildlife refuge

by Donna M. Perry July 20, 2023July 23, 2023

The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service is looking for 5,000 to 15,000 acres of undeveloped land to create a refuge to manage wildlife.

Franklin, News, The Franklin Journal

New bill seeks to further protect loons in Maine

by Pam Harnden July 20, 2023July 23, 2023

Retailers will be prohibited from selling some painted lead fishing tackle beginning Sept. 1, 2024, while users will be banned from casting such tackle into state waters beginning Sept. 1, 2026.

Franklin, Local News, News

Wilton town manager to resign first of November

by Brian Ponce July 20, 2023July 21, 2023

Wilton Town Manager Perry Ellsworth has officially submitted his resignation, effective Nov. 1.

Androscoggin County, Franklin, Maine Crime, News

Livermore Falls treasurer denies charges

July 19, 2023July 20, 2023

Charges against Rebecca E. Harmatys, including drunken driving, had been dismissed, but prosecutors recharged her recently.

Androscoggin County, Franklin, Livermore Falls Advertiser, News

Livermore Falls officials settle discrimination complaint by former town manager

by Donna M. Perry July 19, 2023July 20, 2023

Amanda Allen will be paid $44,500 for the remainder of the year.

Androscoggin County, Franklin, Livermore Falls Advertiser, News

Livermore Falls revoting articles from illegally posted warrant

by Donna M. Perry July 19, 2023July 20, 2023

LIVERMORE FALLS — Selectmen on Tuesday set Aug. 15 for a special town meeting to revote articles on the June 20 warrant, which was not legally posted. The date is contingent of getting a moderator. Interim Town Manager Rhonda Irish said she wants to finalize the warrant to include an article on more carryover funds […]

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