Franklin County Animal Shelter, 207-778-2638, located at 550 Industry Road in Farmington, announces the Pets of the Week. Lorelai, Female, 1 to 3 Years:  Hi there!  My name is Lorelai.  I am a very sweet and outgoing girl.  I am very social and love to play. Aurora, Pitbull Mix, 2 Years, Female:  Meet Aurora!  Aurora […]

Franklin County Animal Shelter pets of the week are Katy, female, 1 to 3 Years: Oh, hi there, my name is Katy. I have a sweet and spicy personality. I like attention on my own terms, but when I’m done, I’m done, and I’ll let you know when I am. I would be best suited […]

Happy Hallowe’en to all the ghosts, hobgoblins, vampires, and ghouls which will partake in this year’s festivities. Hallowe’en festivities certainly changed depending on the era (some for the better, like how in 1913, Farmington children and youth enjoyed setting dry leaves on fire in the streets), but some traditions last time immemorial. One of these […]

This week, the Franklin County Animal Shelter, 550 Industry Road, Farmington. 207-778-2638, pets of the week are Dixie, 3 Years, Female, Pitbull Terrier Mix:  Meet Dixie!  This sweet girl loves people and has a very laid back and gentle personality.  She loves being outside, playing in the dog park here at the shelter and going […]

PHILLIPS — The 3rd Annual Pumpkins on Parade was held last Saturday at the Phillips Area Community Center (PACC) on Depot Street. The “Gnomes’ Home”, created by Monica Huntoon, was awarded Judges’ Choice and Most Original by the panel of judges. The home featured paned windows through which one could view the gnomes’ well-lit kitchen […]

These photos are of the “Quilts of Valor” recipients from the Town of Weld. The Quilts of Valor Foundation recently presented patriotic quilts to honor five members of the US Military Services for their service, dedication, and sacrifice to our nation. The recipients are Larry Fish – US Army, D. Evan McIntire – US Army, […]

Here are this week’s Pets of the Week at the Franklin County Animal Shelter, 550 Industry Road, Farmington, ME  04938, 207-778-2638. Lola, Female, 2 Years: Hi there, my name is Lola. I am a very sweet girl who is very overwhelmed by my surroundings here at the shelter. I’d love to find a home where […]

NEW VINEYARD – The 3rd Annual Fall Festival was held last weekend at Gospel Light Baptist Church on the Barker Road in New Vineyard. Well over 100 guests, representing church members, families, and friends from far and wide, enjoyed a beautiful Maine autumn day while participating in the many activities provided. Thirty special guests, all […]

Here are this week’s Pets of the Week from the Franklin County Animal Shelter, 550 Industry Road, Farmington, ME  04938, 207-778-2638. Bones, Min Pin Mix Female, 9 Years: Meet Bones!! Bones is a special little girl who has a big personality and a lot of pretty big opinions on life. She is very sweet and […]