LIVERMORE FALLS — RSU 73 board Chairman Denise Rodzen is running unopposed for another three-year term. She initially was challenged by Angela Courchesney, who withdrew her nomination papers, Town Clerk Sue Sapiel said in May. Voting will be conducted from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. Tuesday, June 10, at the Town Office. [email protected]
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Wife hopes to succeed husband as Oxford County Commissioner
OXFORD — Longtime Oxford resident Diane Jackson, 59, has announced she will run for the Oxford County commissioner seat held by her husband, Caldwell “Caldie” Jackson. Caldwell Jackson, the current chairman and a two-term commissioner, is unable to seek re-election due to his position with the state. The announcement sets up a two-way race between […]
Candidates forum in New Gloucester June 4
NEW GLOUCESTER — Two candidates are vying for one open seat on the Board of Selectmen. They are Pamela Slye and Laura Sturgis. A candidate forum, open to the public, will be held at 7 p.m. Wednesday, June 4, at the New Gloucester Meetinghouse, 389 Intervale Road. Beverly Cadigan will serve as moderator. Residents are […]
CORRECTION: RSU 73 candidate
LIVERMORE FALLS — A story on Page B1 of the April 22 Franklin edition should have reported that Angela Courchesney is a candidate for a three-year term on the Regional School Unit 73 board of directors. The information was incorrectly submitted.
RSU 9 candidate withdraws to allow School Board to consider options
FARMINGTON — A candidate for an open position on the RSU 9 Board of Directors has withdrawn so the school board can decide how it wants to fill the position, Superintendent Tom Ward said Friday. Former Director Eric Gilbert of Farmington moved to Jay. Keith Welch of Farmington, who was interested in serving until the […]
Auburn Ward 4 candidates think they have right skills for job
AUBURN — Two newcomers to city politics both say they have the temperament and experience to represent the residents in Auburn’s Ward 4. Doris Russell, a former state employee, said she has a mind for policy discussions. “It may sound weird, but I like policy,” she said. “A lot of things at the city level […]
Nomination papers for Oxford selectman available
OXFORD — Nomination papers are available for candidates to fill an open seat on the Board of Selectmen in November. Oxford Town Clerk Ellen Morrison said Monday that candidates need a minimum of 25 and a maximum of 100 verified signatures from registered Oxford voters to qualify. Nomination papers are due at the town office by […]
Spruill seeks Auburn council seat
AUBURN — John T. Spruill said he plans to run for one of two at-large seats on the City Council, and he’s appealing to supporters to help him meet nomination requirements. Spruill released a statement that is critical of current councilors. “Shortsighted decisions like not supporting the Balloon Festival, Liberty Festival, closing fire stations and […]