Marcus and Heidi Corey and their three children spent 145 days hiking from Georgia to Maine.
Franklin
News and information about Franklin County from the Sun Journal.
Livermore confirms case of rabies in gray fox
The state has 48 confirmed cases of rabies, with Androscoggin County topping the list with 12 as of Aug. 22.
Livermore Falls company to demolish house that was site of fatal fire
Town Manager Stephen Gould said he received permission from attorneys to move forward on removing the building.
First day of first grade ‘fun’ in Farmington
It was back to school for most students in the greater Franklin County area.
UMF named a ‘best bang for the buck’ college
University of Maine Farmington is also recognized for its contributions to the public good by the annual college rankings just released by Washington Monthly.
Strong selectmen clarify employee vehicle policy
Town custodian Tonia Boyd had an accident in July and asked to be reimbursed for her insurance deductible.
Farmington sets slightly higher tax rate
Farmington selectmen set the 2019 tax rate at $19.98 per thousand, an increase of 41 cents over last year’s rate.
Winthrop man charged with supplying drugs that killed Farmington woman
Medical reports concluded the woman died of acute intoxication from the combined effects of cocaine, heroin, fentanyl and prescription medication.
Livermore Falls making improvements at transfer station
Crushed rock is being put down on which a compactor container will sit.
Jay inks pact with Public Works union
The three-year contract gives hourly workers a 3% wage increase each year.