Franklin County donors who have not given blood recently and those who would like to donate for the first time still have time to make a dent in low summer inventories. There is a blood drive today in Strong at the Forster Memorial Building at 14 South Main Street, from 11 a.m. – 4 p.m. On August 23, Franklin Memorial Hospital will hold one from 10 a.m. – 4 p.m. in Farmington, at 111 Franklin Health Commons.
Nicole Carter
Staff Writer
Nicole joined Sun Journal’s Western Maine Weeklies group in 2019 as a staff writer for the Franklin Journal and Livermore Falls Advertiser. Later she moved over to the Advertiser Democrat where she covers Oxford Hills communities and School Administrative District 17. She seizes every opportunity to research and write about local history and she enjoys writing features that leave readers with a smile. Nicole graduated summa cum laude from the University of Southern Maine with a B.A. in history and concentration in creative writing. She held audience development and marketing positions at several Maine-based trade media companies in the Portland area before taking on community news. When not working she is an avid reader and fiber artist and enjoys observing local wildlife, from snakes and blue frogs to large game and carnivores. She and her husband, Greg, share their secluded homestead in Peru with an assortment of cats, dogs, alpacas and chickens.
Posted inThe Franklin Journal
United Way to host third color splashed 5K walk/run
United Way of the Tri-Valley Area’s COLOR ME UNITED 5K Run/Walk will take place on August 24th, 2019 in Farmington. The race will start at 9 a.m. with its signature color explosion at the Narrow Gauge Movie Theater parking lot, off Front Street and end back at the theater. Proceeds from this year’s race will be invested back into Tri-Valley communities for efforts like the Hope Fund, Packs for Progress, community partners/programs like Meals on Wheels, food and fuel assistance, and more.
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RSU 9 puts bullying and cyber bullying policies in its sights
Updating district bullying and cyber bullying policies is a top priority for Regional School Unit 9’s Board of Directors. The BOD’s Educational Policy Committee is tasked with aligning school procedures with both the Maine Department of Education and Maine School Board Association’s guidelines.
Posted inFranklin, News
Wilton approves application for new CMP substation
The station at 1228 Main St. would replace one on Temple Street.
Posted inFranklin, News
Biomass industry warns of losses from transmission line
Representatives from three Maine biomass plants addressed the impacts to their companies — and Maine’s forestry economy — if Central Maine Power moves forward with its Northeast Clean Energy Connect project.
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Wilton calls special town meeting for utility moratorium
Wilton anticipates increased interest in power projects, both traditional and alternative. Board member Tom Saviello denied he was using what he sees as outdated ordinances to make a political statement about Central Maine Power’s proposed New England Clean Energy Connect.
Posted inSchools & Education
Committees report to RSU 9 board on facilities, contract negotiations
Superintendent Tina Meserve said the committees have been a source of efficiency in getting school business done.
Posted inThe Franklin Journal
RSU 9 Board of Directors to assess grading policies
The state of Maine repealed its mandate that high school diplomas be granted based on proficiency standards, leaving schools transitioning to the mandate in limbo. Now Regional School Unit 9 and other districts must mull how to manage current and future grading policies.
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Salt and Pepper restaurant opens in Wilton
Owners Don and Mary Beane have extensive backgrounds in food service and catering, starting their careers as students in Farmington.
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Kids flock to Kineowatha Park for fun (and Jell-O® too)
Wilton Recreation Department held its annual Fun Day on August 1 at Kineowatha Park, with swimming, kid competitions and a barbecue.