James Oakes, 45, pleaded guilty in November to several charges for his violent actions after his ex-girlfriend said she was ending their relationship.
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Posted inMaine, News
No one injured in school bus collision in New Sharon
Parents were notified that the 14 students from Cape Cod Hill School in New Sharon were OK.
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New Sharon family bringing back an abandoned golf course in Chesterville
A driving range and open-air simulator are open now. A par-3 course may be next.
Posted inMaine Crime, News
Farmington man pleads not guilty to attempting to kill ex-girlfriend in New Sharon
James D. Oakes, 45, who is being held in lieu of $252,000 cash bail at Farmington jail, was indicted in June on charges of attempted murder, reckless conduct with a dangerous weapon and domestic violence assault.
Posted inThe Franklin Journal
Forum on Sandy River flooding seeks input to help shape mitigation plans
Anyone who has been impacted by or has concerns about flooding of the Sandy River is asked to complete an online survey that will be used to determine future steps to prevent or lessen potential impacts.
Posted inThe Franklin Journal
Mt. Blue grads told to live a little, step out of their comfort zone
The 55th Commencement at Mt. Blue High School in Farmington saw 178 seniors receive diplomas and 10 international students receive certificates of attendance.
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What’s being voted on Tuesday in Androscoggin, Franklin and Oxford counties?
See what’s on the ballot in your community for the June 10 elections.
Posted inFranklin, Maine, News
Franklin County seeks comment on Sandy River flooding
The first of four meetings on the subject will be held June 9 at the Masonic Hall in New Sharon.
Posted inThe Franklin Journal
New Sharon: First Maine Baptist missionary to Burma remembered
George Dana Boardman, born in Livermore where his father was a Baptist minister, was initially going to serve in India but became the first Maine Baptist minister to Burma almost 200 years ago.
Posted inFranklin, Maine, The Franklin Journal
Farmington’s Lion’s Den Thrift Shop reopens after renovations
After special sales and being closed for renovations, The Lion’s Den Thrift Shop on Broadway in Farmington held a preview May 15 followed by its grand opening May 16.