The explosion, which happened at Givaudan Sense Colour in Louisville, knocked out windows and blew in doors in nearby homes and businesses.
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USM’s Crewe Center for the Arts prepares for August 2025 opening
The $63 million facility on the Portland campus, named for prolific songwriter Bob Crewe, will contain music practice rooms, performances spaces, an art gallery and classrooms.
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Posted inFranklin, News, The Franklin Journal
Franklin County awards $544,722 to 10 entities from federal relief allotment
A total of 17 requests totaled $1.2 million.
Posted inFranklin, Livermore Falls Advertiser, News
Chesterville Select Board reaches decision on general assistance ordinance amid concerns
The Chesterville Select Board reviewed election results and voted 3-2 to adopt a revised general assistance ordinance, despite some board members’ reservations about its potential impacts on the town’s resources.
Posted inFranklin, Livermore Falls Advertiser, News
With earlier darkness, walkers warned after close call in Livermore Falls
Selectman Bruce Peary came close to hitting two pedestrians while driving to the Select Board meeting on Nov. 6.
Posted inFranklin, Livermore Falls Advertiser, News
Livermore Falls voters pass local referendum questions
Voters Tuesday, Nov. 5, approved appropriating $75,000 for police cruiser, changing retirement plan for eligible Police Department employees and enacting Town of Livermore Falls Property Maintenance Ordinance.
Posted inFranklin, Livermore Falls Advertiser, News
Veterans teach gratitude and respect at Spruce Mountain Middle School
Veterans spoke at an assembly and entered classrooms at Spruce Mountain Middle School to connect with students and discuss their experiences.
Posted inFranklin, Livermore Falls Advertiser, News
Livermore Select Board welcomes new school board appointee, plans for street light installation
At the Nov. 5 meeting, the Livermore Select Board filled a school board vacancy, selected a street light model for Federal Road, and reluctantly accepted the immediate resignation of Animal Control Officer Richard Burton.
Posted inFranklin, Livermore Falls Advertiser, News
Fayette votes to save Starling Hall, ending months of debate
Fayette residents voted against selling Starling Hall, with supporters now focused on securing external funding to complete its restoration.
Posted inLewiston-Auburn, News
Lewiston Public Library launches capital campaign to renovate children’s department
The library wants to update the popular area to meet the modern needs of kids and families. According to the campaign website, the effort is nearly a quarter of the way to its goal.