Franklin Archives - Lewiston Sun Journal

Mt. Blue Campus in Farmington closed Tuesday after a pair of threats

by Donna M. Perry January 30, 2023January 31, 2023

A potential bomb threat was investigated Monday morning and a threat of a shooting was made in the afternoon, prompting school officials to cancel school Tuesday.

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Carthage man indicted on burglary and theft charges

by Donna M. Perry January 27, 2023

Jeremy R. Jackson, 33, is accused of entering Bradbury Market & Diner in Carthage and stealing more than $500 in U.S. currency.

Franklin, Livermore Falls Advertiser, News, Schools & Education

Spruce Mountain parent asks school board for definition for skin colors

by Pam Harnden January 27, 2023

John Benedetto of Livermore Falls said students are calling his second grade daughter Black.

Franklin, News, The Franklin Journal

Franklin County grand jury indicts New Vineyard man on sexual assault charges

by Donna M. Perry January 27, 2023

John E. Mills Jr., 43, allegedly assaulted the girl between Jan. 1, 2010, and Jan. 31, 2022.

Franklin, News, The Franklin Journal

Strong man indicted in Walmart, clubhouse break-ins in Farmington

by Donna M. Perry January 27, 2023January 27, 2023

Myles AD Lynch , 20, was allegedly broke into Walmart on Wilton Road and the club house on Main Street on Jan. 1.

Androscoggin County, Franklin, Lewiston-Auburn, Maine, Oxford Hills, River Valley

Storm leaves behind snow, slush and a messy cleanup

by Mark LaFlamme January 26, 2023January 27, 2023

According to early reports, the Lewiston and Auburn area saw about 6 inches of snow followed by nearly 2 inches of rain. Slightly higher amounts were recorded to the west and in the mountains.