Sunrise Movement of Franklin County hosted a Mending Day event Jan. 8 at the Farmington Public Library to promote sustainability, teach repair skills, and foster community engagement in climate activism.
Franklin Journal
Farmington names new director of parks and rec department
Jennifer Savage, who had been the assistant director, was named director and the new assistant director will be Michelle Dowd.
Aroma Joe’s change of use application approved in Farmington
The Planning Board also accepted an amendment to the size of the planned Convenient MD facility.
RSU 9 Adult Education expands programs and partnerships
Mary Redmond-Luce, director of RSU 9 Adult Education, highlighted significant program expansions.
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.
MLK Day service in Farmington is earlier, at new location
The service will be held on Jan. 20 at St. Joseph Parish [Catholic Church] on Middle Street at 10 a.m. instead of noon because the Presidential Inauguration is also that day.
After tragedy, widower looks to improve emergency responses in Weld and beyond
Brent Daugherty, who has been visiting Weld for decades is working to improve emergency responses after his wife died from a fall last summer in Weld.
Wilton Lions Club donates $1,000 for winter gear to local students
The Wilton Lions Club donated $1,000 to Academy Hill and G.D. Cushing schools to provide winter clothing for students in need.
Bob Underwood’s legacy is kept alive by his friends and family
Bob Underwood was a treasured member of the community.