Local artists, including Cindy Worthley, Luisa Stearns, Bill Chase, and Carolyn Smith, displayed their work at the Phillips Area Community Center’s art show on Sept. 15, drawing a crowd to appreciate a variety of creative pieces.
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News and information about Franklin County from the Sun Journal.
Franklin County delays action on policy that would limit public access to certain areas in county government offices
The county already has signs up indicating ’employees only’ beyond a certain line but there is no policy in writing to enforce the limitations.
Jay board approves shoreland zoning permit for New England Clean Energy Connect corridor
The existing permit will expire in November.
Wilton board sends new proposed Cannabis Ordinance to town vote Oct. 1
The proposal limits the recreational and medical caregiver retail stores to a combined limit of five.
Franklin County Commission authorizes Emergency Management Agency grant request to monitor two rivers
The overall grant would be $151,400 from the Hazard Mitigation Grant Program, in which the grant would pay 75% or $113,550, and the county and unorganized territory to split remaining cost of $37,850.
Appeal seeks to revoke license of Poppy’s Redemption Center in Jay
Poppy’s Redemption Center is under threat of closing just two months after opening at 246 Main St., according to a post on its Facebook page Sept. 11.
Livermore Falls animal-dog control ordinance on hold pending state review
The proposed ordinance would govern livestock in town, provide guidelines for animal welfare.
Pearls in the Pines in Livermore Falls to introduce new collection, hold open house Sept. 22
The new collection, inspired by Gayle Murphy-Long, includes 16 pieces made with natural stones and six with organic materials.
Livermore Falls Select Board approves $25.95 tax rate, up $1.70
The rate last year was $24.25 per $1,000 of assessed value.
Poppy’s Redemption Center in Jay under threat of closing after appeal was placed
After an appeal was filed, Poppy’s Redemption center is under threat of closure.