EAST DIXFIELD — Nick Santora, owner of NJS Property Services is in his second heating season in this area but has decades of experience with heating and air conditioning systems elsewhere, having started in 1980. “My main thing is I want to help people out,” he recently told The Franklin Journal. “I once had my […]
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Dixfield-based school district prepares for electronic network upgrade
The equipment was funded mostly by a $93,403 federal grant, Technology Director Brian Keene said.
Franklin County opts to buy new bridge for $1 million to go over Orbeton Stream in Madrid Township
The meeting dates for Commission meetings have also changed for the remainder of October, beginning of November.
Jay sets annual town meeting for April 29
The Recreation Committee will hold a children’s Halloween Boo Bash from 10 a.m. to noon on Oct. 26 at the French Falls Recreation Area on French Falls Lane.
Wilton Planning Board sets hearing on Dunkin’ coffee shop application
Ardent Adventures of Acton, Massachusetts, has a purchase and sale agreement with owner Melissa Ellis of Wilton.
Harvest Festival thanks
To the Editor: As we reflect on the success of this year’s Harvest Festival, I would like to take a moment to extend heartfelt gratitude to all those who made this event possible. First and foremost, a huge thank you to our sponsors, Hancock Lumber Co., Northeast Bank, Mainely Provisions, Good Food Store, Smokin’ Good […]
SeniorsPlus seeks new members for Advisory Council
LEWISTON — SeniorsPlus, the designated Area Agency on Aging serving Androscoggin, Franklin, and Oxford counties, seeks dedicated individuals to join its Advisory Council. The Advisory Council, a requirement under the Older Americans Act, provides valuable advice on issues concerning older adults and Older Americans Act programs. Council members play a crucial role in advocating for […]
Backyard Reflections: A Leaf Peeper’s reflection
Twice a year, once in May for a few days, and during the first week of October, I can’t leave home because I’ll miss the next moment of spring flowering or scarlet flames. Last week I was captivated by how the golden morning light affects each deciduous leaf. For about five days, I ran inside […]
SeniorsPlus seeks new members for Advisory Council
LEWISTON — SeniorsPlus, the designated Area Agency on Aging serving Androscoggin, Franklin, and Oxford counties, seeks dedicated individuals to join its Advisory Council. The Advisory Council, a requirement under the Older Americans Act, provides valuable advice on issues concerning older adults and Older Americans Act programs. Council members play a crucial role in advocating for […]
Briefs
Lunch RUMFORD — The monthly Community Potluck social lunches have started up again. October’s will be the third Saturday of the month, on October 19, at 11:30 a.m. in the church community room. Bring a dish to share if you can. Drinks provided. Enjoy food and fellowship with old and new friends. The lunch is […]