One of the biggest changes in today’s automotive industry is the perception of a “tune-up.” Ask 10 vehicle owners their definition of a tune-up and chances are there’ll be 10 different answers. The classic “tune-up” was once the heart of the automotive business and contrary to some beliefs, today’s modern vehicles still need tune-ups to […]

“You need a new catalytic converter.” That’s certainly not good news for any vehicle owner, since converters are fairly expensive to replace. However, the job can become even more expensive if your service provider doesn’t fix all of the issues that damaged the original unit. “Catalytic converters contain no moving parts, so when they fail […]

“It’s like a muffled squeak followed by a high-pitched bong, and sometimes it just hums. It almost sounds like it’s humming that old ABBA song… oh, I can’t remember the name of it, but it sounds like that.” Is this how you explain to your mechanic the noise your vehicle is making? Have you ever […]

Living with today’s economy can be a challenge. Prices go up but paychecks often stay the same; making ends meet can be tough. One way to confront this problem is with math. You may consider math another four-letter word. However, better understanding where your hard-earned money is going can help you keep your finances in […]

The game stopped. The gloves were dropped. The punches began to fly. And apparently schoolchildren of all ages were horrified and traumatized. Oh my God, they went to a hockey game and a fight broke out. How appalling. This is the latest controversy from educators who know nothing about sports and don’t seem to know […]

B&B Taxi, owned by Cindy Bossie and Verne Berry, has been in operation for almost four years now, and has been a supporter of the Franklin County Chamber of Commerce for two years.  B&B started because Cindy and Verne wanted to help out the community and work with local businesses.  Starting with just one car […]

Thanks to the work of our Chamber president, Ivan Gould, as well as volunteers from the community, we have a wonderful new addition to the Chamber office. A foyer was constructed as you enter the building, which houses a touch screen computer kiosk. This entryway is lighted and will be accessible to the public 24 […]

Work First Inc., a private non profit organization, operates three thrift shops in the local area. These shops support local individuals with intellectual disabilities. The individuals who work at the store also live in this immediate area. They are part of our community and enjoy and take great pride in the work they accomplish at […]

Tuesday Jay: RSU 73 Transition Committee, 6 p.m., Jay Middle School Cafeteria Wilton: Selectmen, 7 p.m., Town Office Thursday Wilton: Planning Board, 7 p.m., Town Office Friday Kingfield: Selectmen, 5:30 p.m. Town Office, Budget Committee, 6 p.m., Town Office

Move the party to a restaurant By Tresa Erickson A special occasion is just around the corner, and rather than spend hours preparing your home for the celebratory dinner, you have decided to throw a party at a local restaurant. Although you won’t have to cook, you will have to plan and oversee the party. […]