An undisclosed amount of cash was taken from three businesses. A burglary attempt at a fourth business failed.
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Jay officials request bids for flood-damaged Woodman Hill Road
The Select Board will set the tax and sewer commitment at 3 p.m. on Aug. 22 at the Town Office.
Farmington rehab, living center evacuated due to electrical fire
About 50 residents were evacuated from Edgewood Rehabilitation and Living Center at 221 Fairbanks Road.
Jay approves settlement agreement with paper mill owners over tax abatement request
The Select Board voted unanimously Friday to accept a settlement agreement with Pixelle Specialty Solutions for a tax abatement of $12.2 million in valuation and $250,100 in tax dollars.
Jay will not be reimbursed for reduced state revenue-sharing funds related to mill explosion
A bill approved by the Senate and House died for lack of funding in the Appropriations Committee.
UMaine Cooperative Extension Twilight Meetings to conclude Aug. 15
The summerlong series hosted by the University of Maine Cooperative Extension and The Greater Franklin Food Council will hold its final meeting of the season at Martin Woods Farm in Starks.
Wilton woman accused of making false statements to buy gun from a Turner gun shop
Nichole Bachelder, 39, was indicted by a federal grand jury on Wednesday on a charge of false statements during the purchase of firearms.
UMF unveils new degree completion program
The program is intended for adults who have taken a break from school and are looking to finish their degrees.
Franklin County commissioners accept bids for cruisers, maintenance of fleet
Commissioners also agreed to invest TIF funds into higher interest yielding CD.
Livermore Falls residents to consider reducing Budget Committee membership
Voters will also consider four ordinances, carrying over funds, an overage in administration, general assistance budgets, raising and appropriating $38,000 for summer recreation.