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Face Time: Diane Bellington pictures Rangeley as an arts center

by Donna M. Perry December 8, 2024December 6, 2024

The photographer, school leader and current executive director of Rangeley Friends of the Arts is working with the community to enhance the arts for everyone and make Rangeley an arts hub.

Franklin, Livermore Falls Advertiser, Maine, News

Photos: A look at Christmas today and in times past

by Pam Harnden December 7, 2024December 7, 2024

People from near and far visited The Washburn-Norlands Living History Center in Livermore for Christmas at Norlands and the Jay-Livermore-Livermore Falls Chamber of Commerce’s Olde Fashioned Christmas on Saturday.

Franklin, News, The Franklin Journal

Chester Greenwood Day celebrates 48th year in Farmington

by Rebecca Richard December 7, 2024December 8, 2024

The 48th annual Chester Greenwood Day parade in Farmington delighted spectators with creative floats, festive walkers and holiday cheer on a blustery 25-degree day.

Franklin, Health, Livermore Falls Advertiser, News, Schools & Education

MaineHealth Healthy Community Coalition awarded federal grant to prevent youth substance use

December 6, 2024

The $625,000 federal grant will work to prevent substance use among students in Spruce Mountain schools.

Franklin, Maine, News, The Franklin Journal

Wilton designates federal funds to replace Wilson Pond retaining wall

by Donna M. Perry December 6, 2024

The town has a wall replacement account with $273.778 to go toward the estimated $813,540 project.

Franklin, Livermore Falls Advertiser, News

Jay Select Board to consider four-day workweek for Town Office

by Donna M. Perry December 6, 2024

The proposal is to be open from 7:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Monday through Thursday, which will increase the hours open to 40 from 37 hours.

Franklin, News

Chesterville Select Board sets 2025 town meeting dates

by Rebecca Richard December 6, 2024January 17, 2025

Voting will be held March 14 and the business meeting March 17.

Franklin, News, The Franklin Journal

Kingfield Select Board discusses parking concerns and safety measures

by Rebecca Richard December 5, 2024December 6, 2024

The Kingfield Select Board reviewed parking and safety issues, with business owner Polly MacMichael raising concerns about “NO PARKING” signs impacting accessibility and Chair Wade Browne emphasizing public safety as the primary goal.