STATE — The John T. Gorman Foundation has awarded 77 grants totaling $1.2 million to support nonprofits providing food, shelter, and other essential services to Mainers in need. Distributed through the Foundation’s 2025 Direct Services Grant Program, the funding will reach all 16 counties in the state. “As conditions shift at both the state and […]
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Posted inThe Franklin Journal
Carrabassett Valley library offers reading for summer
CARRABASSETT VALLEY — Sign-up begins for the Summer Reading Program on June 10 at the Carrabassett Valley Public Library WES Booth Reading’s Ambassador presents Reading is Magic! Children signing up for the Summer Reading Program receive a finger puppet, reading log, stickers, and bookmarks, plus 2 free books, while supplies last. Borrow a stack […]
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Posted inThe Bethel Citizen
Backyard Reflections: Orchid Fever!
I spend so much time in untrammeled forests this time of year that I am overwhelmed by the profusion of ephemerals. When I get home at night, I am too tired to compose an article. In fact, I’m fortunate if I can keep up with my notes. Pink and white lady slippers can be found […]
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I Screen, You Screen: Celebrating survivorship
A Cancer diagnosis can be devastating, and everyone’s journey is different. We all know someone who has been affected by this frightening diagnosis. Dealing with treatments, transportation, and comfort are only a few obvious challenges that come with it. We often find strength and perseverance we did not know we had, and maybe we’ve […]
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Police budget to draw much debate at Paris town meeting
The town meeting will be held Monday at the fire station beginning at 6 p.m.
Posted inFranklin, News, The Franklin Journal
Wilton residents to decide who controls ATV access in town
A citizen initiative asks residents if they want to rescind a 2023 vote that reaffirmed Select Board authority of ATV access routes, and give control to voters at town meetings.
Posted inBaseball, Sports, The Bethel Citizen, Varsity Maine
Telstar baseball blanks Forest Hills, advances to semifinals
Brody Walker pitches a perfect game for the Rebels in their mercy-rule shortened Class D South quarterfinal win over the Tigers.
Posted inLocal News, Rumford Falls Times
Fourth of July celebration announced for Rumford
RUMFORD — The Rumford Parks Commission has announced that the Independence Day celebration is returning to the Hosmer Field Complex off Lincoln Avenue. It will take place Friday, July 4, and include food, music, children’s games, a dunk tank and vendors starting at 4 p.m. The festival committee is looking for volunteers to help with […]
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Fun Fundraiser
OXFORD — Miles to Freedom Animal Rescue will be hosting a Fun Fundraiser on Saturday, June 21, from 10 a.m.-1 p.m. with Kris Rotonda from Jordan’s Way. Let’s have fun while raising money for the animals! The shelter is located at 169 Number Six Road in Oxford. Check out Miles To Freedom’s Facebook page for […]
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Famous Chicken pies for sale
HARRISON — The Bolsters Mills United Methodist Church will be selling our famous chicken pies and gravy on the third Saturday of the month until further notice. This month’s sale will be on Saturday, June 21. Orders for pies will be taken only on the morning of the 21st by calling the Church between 9:00 […]