With winter in mind, United Methodist Economic Ministry in Salem Township wants to help low-income residents get heat assistance.
Franklin County
Posted inMaine, The Rangeley Highlander
Inspectors work to keep Rangeley lakes clear of invasive plants, one boat at a time
This is the first in a two-part series about how Rangeley Lakes Heritage Trust works to ensure the region’s waters remain in the pristine condition they are known for.
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Posted inFranklin, Maine, News, The Franklin Journal
Farmington boy, stepfather to conquer last of Maine’s 4,000-foot mountains Friday
Griffin Chouinard and Terry Storer drove Thursday to Baxter State Park to hike the 4,151-foot North Brother Mountain.
Posted inFranklin, Livermore Falls Advertiser, Maine Crime, News
Man accused of shooting in Jay pleads guilty to receiving stolen handgun
A charge of elevated aggravated assault was dismissed in a state case against Christian Meyers, 21, who was accused of shooting a Jay man in the leg.
Posted inBusiness, Franklin, Lewiston-Auburn, Maine, News, The Franklin Journal
Officials say Franklin County fiber-optics training successful, but student stipends delayed
The students gained hands-on skills and certifications to work in the fiber-optics field, but $800 stipend checks from program still have not been delivered due to administrative delays, program officials say.
Posted inAndroscoggin County, Franklin, Livermore Falls Advertiser, Maine, News, Oxford Hills, The Franklin Journal, The Rangeley Highlander
CMP is pairing drones, vehicles and AI to survey lines in Jay area this week
The company plans to survey all 24,000 miles of its lines throughout its coverage area to check the safety and condition.
Posted inFranklin, Maine, The Rangeley Highlander
Vision for Rangeley Wild rooted in passion for Franklin County’s wildlife
Britt Ferland is hoping to establish Rangeley Wild, Franklin and Somerset counties’ only rehabilitation facility for sick and injured wildlife.
Posted inFranklin, Livermore Falls Advertiser, News, The Franklin Journal
More pros than cons for Wilton-Jay police collaboration, chiefs say
‘We need public input,’ Jay Town Manager Shiloh LaFreniere said Monday at the first meeting of the Jay-Wilton Police Collaboration Committee. ‘There are going to be a lot of steps to get where we want to go.’
Posted inAndroscoggin County, Franklin, Lewiston-Auburn, Maine, News, River Valley
Androscoggin River, once a ‘national disgrace’, should be recognized for cleanup efforts, advocates say
Advocates propose reclassifying the water quality of the river from Rumford to Lisbon — a move they say could spark economic growth.