When Graham Platner wanted to obscure a design recognized as a Nazi symbol, he went to Mischa Ostberg, a friend and Ellsworth tattoo artist.
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Posted inMaine, News, The Franklin Journal
Farmington’s Main Street construction expected to begin in spring 2026
The Select Board reviewed Phase 1 plans for reconstruction, featuring new sidewalks, lighting and drainage improvements.
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Posted inElections, Maine, News, Politics
Sanford police chief ends campaign for Chellie Pingree’s 1st District seat
Republican Eric Small said he wants to stay close to home and will be pivoting his campaign to run for a seat in the Maine Legislature.
Posted inAdvertiser Democrat, Maine, News, Schools & Education
West Paris acquires Agnes Gray school in decisive vote
Residents spoke up for, and laid claim to, a shuttered elementary school during a weekend meeting.
Posted inMaine, The Franklin Journal
Farmington veteran recalls role as ball turret gunner in World War II
Wallace Goldfarb, 102, was one of the few who survived as ball turret gunners, flying 34 combat missions over France and Germany in one of the most dangerous duty assignments during the war.
Posted inMaine, Nation / World, News
Senate passes bill King and Collins helped broker to end the government shutdown
The final Senate vote, 60-40, sent the bill to the House and broke a grueling stalemate that lasted more than six weeks as Democrats demanded that Republicans negotiate with them to extend health care tax credits that expire Jan. 1.
Posted inMaine, Maine Crime, News
Snowmobile club equipment vandalized in Strong
The destruction of the club’s Tucker Sno-Cat groomer occurred over the weekend and the club president is pretty sure it was a targeted assault.
Posted inMaine, Maine Crime, News
Knox County to partner with Two Bridges jail
Knox County will send people in custody to the Wiscasset jail in 2026.
Posted inMaine, News, Schools & Education, The Franklin Journal
From classroom to campfire: Community support sends Franklin County students into the backcountry
Local sponsors covered lodging costs so Stratton, Spruce Mountain and Mt. Abram students could experience overnight outdoor trips at Maine Huts & Trails’ backcountry lodges.
Posted inHealth, Maine, News
Maine drug overdose deaths continue to plummet
The state has seen a 23% decline in fatal overdoses from January-September in 2025 compared to the same period in 2024.