Commissioners also gave Franklin County Opioid Settlement Advisory Committee a $150,000 budget to work off.
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Franklin County sets emergency meeting on buying steel for bridge in Salem Township
The board will hold an executive session to review a service contract.
Farmington alliance receives $8K grant from foundation
Selected from a pool of over 100 applicants, the alliance was chosen for its alignment with the foundation’s vision of supporting human wholeness, especially for Maine’s historically least-funded communities and populations.
Maine Huts and Trails offers winter activities and lodging
Maine Huts and Trails has a lot to offer.
Closure of Turner egg farm will affect local farms
While organic dairy farmers have relied on hen manure from the facility as a more economical way to fertilize their crops, the closure may result in fewer eggs available for consumers.
Farmington alliance to host Rockefeller Conservation intern
The intern will be immersed in various aspects of land stewardship, from trail maintenance to community engagement and crucial behind-the-scenes work.
Jay wants more information before considering contribution for Franklin County grant for river gauges
The total project cost is $151,400. The Federal Emergency Management Agency’s Hazard Mitigation Grant Program would pay 75%, or $113,550.
Thanksgiving may be challenging for some local families this year
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.
Farmington voters elect Fowler as commissioner in Franklin County District 2
Fenwick Fowler, a Democrat, received 1,698 votes and Erik Johnson, a Republican, receive 1,189 votes.
Man fatally shot by Franklin County deputy in Phillips
Officials say the man refused to put down his gun and then raised it toward a deputy.