Franklin Journal
UMF students to go to Japan
University of Maine Farmington will be sending 12 first year students to Japan in late July as part of the First Year Fusion program.
Wilton finalizes budget for upcoming town meeting
The Wilton Select Board, members of the finance committee and Town Manager Perry Ellsworth finalized the town budget on Monday, May 22, after several meetings and adjustments.
Farmers face flooded fields, formidable damage after storm
For farmers, sand deposits and other debris left in fields, eroded roads, uprooted fences, land washed away and loss of work already done this spring are some aftermaths following the May 1st flooding in Franklin County.
Fundraiser May 20 for Chesterville playground
Unexpected costs mean more money is needed for installation of the new playground.
Wilton keeps Temple Road ATV access open
The Wilton Select Board voted on Tuesday, May 16, to keep ATV access to Temple Road open for one year, after which they will review the benefits to the town and impact it has on the residents of Temple Road.
Cape Cod Hill School has new principal
Carol Kiesman, who serves as director of curriculum, instruction, and assessment at Vassalboro Community School, was offered the position of principal at Cape Cod Hill School on Tuesday, May 9.
Wilton votes to close four roads to winter maintenance
After a public hearing, Wilton Select Board voted on Tuesday, May 16, to close four roads to winter maintenance, with Magrath Road being amended to accommodate new residents on the road.