Eric Venturini, Pollinator Conservationist with Xerces Society and National Resources Conservation Service, spoke about Maine’s 278 native pollinator species and simple ways farmers, gardeners and landscapers can conserve habitat for bees, butterflies, moths and hummingbirds.
Franklin County
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United Way invites community to stuff 600 backpacks, attend campaign kick-off
FARMINGTON — Join United Way and community partners as they have a “party with a purpose” on Thursday, Aug. 15. United Way staff and volunteers will work to stuff up to 600 backpacks with necessary school supplies for children in the Greater Franklin County area who may not otherwise have what they need for a […]
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Tri Valley teens gather to solve community challenges
The annual Summer Experience program is produced in partnership by United Way of the Tri Valley Area, University of Maine Farmington and Gear Up Maine.
Posted inFranklin, News, Oxford Hills
Forest Service settles harvesting violations in Oxford and Franklin counties
LEWISTON — The Maine Forest Service has entered into an administrative settlement agreement with David Roy, owner of Roy’s Logging of Auburn, according to a news statement. The settlement resolves a violation of the state’s Forest Practices Act on land harvested in Hartford. There, according to the Forest Service, timber was harvested without a harvest […]
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100 years of Extension in Franklin County
Artifacts, brochures, demonstrations and baked goods gave visitors lots to talk about Wednesday afternoon, June 19 at the open house celebrating 100 years of service by the Franklin County office of UMaine Cooperative Extension.
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Franklin County commissioners continue to withhold nonprofit funds, but approve new spending
Two of three commissioners attempted to eliminate funding for two nonprofits in the county budget and said they don’t support paying $12,500 in money budgeted this year for Western Maine Community Action.
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Franklin County moving to a new league and facing new challenges
Kyle Gunzinger enter his eighth season as a coach and has seen plenty of changes in Legion ball.
Posted inFranklin, Maine, News
Franklin County budget committee increases spending for nonprofits
The $6.74 million total county budget, up 2.7%, will now head to county commissioners for approval.
Posted inThe Franklin Journal
Franklin County Extension celebrates 100 years June 19
An open house will be held 3 to 6 p.m. Wednesday, June 19 at the Franklin County Cooperative Extension Office and Meeting House Park to celebrate 100 years of service and programs.