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C. Moore: Sent the wrong message

This is in response to the story, “No jail for deer poacher” (Nov. 29). I am disgusted about the suspended sentence former Mechanic Falls police chief Everett Leonard received. The man faced four felony counts of trafficking in oxycodone, two counts of driving deer/trapping without a license — even exposing himself to cause alarm. He […]

Posted inConnections, The Franklin Journal

Mountain Holly Days is Dec. 7-9

RANGELEY/OQUOSSOC — The ninth annual Mountain Holly Days sponsored by the Rangeley Lakes Chamber of Commerce will be held Friday through Sunday, Dec. 7-9, in the villages of Rangeley and Oquossoc. Participating businesses will offer special discounts, including discounts on gift certificates, promotional items and dining specials. A free marshmallow roast and bonfire provided by […]

Posted inConnections, The Franklin Journal

Giving Tree of Rangeley celebrates 25 years at lighting

RANGELEY — Approximately 120 people attended the 25th annual Lighting of the Rangeley Giving Tree on Nov. 24. Carmen Glidden, president of the Rangeley Giving Tree, welcomed the crowd. Valerie Roy-Lessard sang the National Anthem, while the American Legion of Rangeley Post 120 Color Guards Harold Spiller and Ralph White stood at attention. Warm congratulations […]

Posted inFranklin, The Franklin Journal

Fire, smoke damage estimated at $150,000-plus

RANGELEY — State fire investigators ruled Monday that a fire that heavily damaged a home at 3963 Main St. Sunday night was accidental and the probable cause is an electrical origin, fire Chief Tim Pellerin said Monday. Firefighters from three towns were able to keep a fire contained to a bedroom in the finished basement […]

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Sun Journal Girls’ Basketball Overview

Eastern A Edward Little was just a few minutes away from a regional championship last winter before Cony roared back to win. Could that mean the Red Eddies are ready for that next step this year? Mt. Blue nearly reached the semifinals last year before losing to Skowhegan in the Eastern A quarters. Maybe the […]