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Jay Select Board votes to limit curbside collection of recyclables to Thursday

by Donna M. Perry November 25, 2024December 3, 2024

Trash will continue to be collected Wednesday and Thursday.

Franklin, Livermore Falls Advertiser, Maine Crime, News, The Franklin Journal

Fourth Livermore Falls man pleads guilty to robbery, theft charges in Feb. 7 home invasion in Farmington

by Donna M. Perry November 25, 2024November 26, 2024

Joshua Soucy, 44, pleaded guilty on Monday in Franklin County Unified Court in Farmington.

Franklin, Local & State, News, The Franklin Journal, The Rangeley Highlander

Fire destroys generator, shed in Rangeley

by Donna M. Perry November 25, 2024November 25, 2024

A woman walking her dog near the seasonal residence noticed a generator on fire in a shed.

Franklin, Local News, News, Schools & Education, The Franklin Journal

Phillips-based school district agrees on how to spend remaining nutrition funds

by Leo Goddard November 22, 2024November 22, 2024

The board of directors gave ideas on how to spend remaining nutrition funds.

Franklin, Local News, News, Schools & Education, The Franklin Journal

Phillips-based school district proposes new committee for state-required program

by Leo Goddard November 22, 2024November 22, 2024

As of July 1, 2028, Child Development Services will no longer provide special education services for 3- to 5-year-olds,

Franklin, News, The Franklin Journal

RSU 9 advances synthetic turf field initiative

by Rebecca Richard November 21, 2024November 22, 2024

RSU 9 approved an initiative to fundraise for a $1.7 million synthetic turf field at Mt. Blue Campus.

Franklin, News, The Franklin Journal

RSU 9 board of directors discuss ethics, finances, and community challenges

by Rebecca Richard November 21, 2024November 22, 2024

The RSU 9 board of directors highlighted efforts to support students and staff, explored collaborations with local organizations, and discussed the rising cost of poverty and its impact on the community.

Franklin, News, The Franklin Journal

Thanksgiving may be challenging for some local families this year

by Pam Harnden November 21, 2024November 22, 2024

With increasing costs to operate and more families seeking assistance, the Farmington Care and Share Food Closet will not be giving out Thanksgiving food baskets this year.