Veterans will be recognized Thursday, Nov. 11, with programs that morning in Farmington and later in Wilton.
Pam Harnden
Staff Writer
Pam Harnden, of Wilton, has been a staff writer for The Franklin Journal since 2012. Since 2015, she has also written for the Livermore Falls Advertiser and Sun Journal. She covers Livermore and Regional School Unit 73 school board meetings. She writes about people and community events in the greater Franklin County area and is the go-to person for school robotics competitions. Pam is a member of the Old Crow Indian Band and a supervisor for the Franklin County Soil and Water Conservation District. She enjoys cooking, gardening, flower arranging, reading, music and spending time with her grandchildren. Pam has a bachelor's degree from the University of Maine at Orono and has been involved personally and professionally with numerous agricultural endeavors.
Chesterville trucks to be repaired, driver shortage an issue
A blown engine in the Ford F550 will be replaced and repairs on other trucks should be completed within the next two weeks.
Voter turnout heavier than typical in a year with no state, federal races
Some towns in Franklin County reported higher than normal voter turnout for a year with no state or federal positions to be determined.
Voters approve $100 million transportation bond, ‘Right to Food’ amendment
Election returns late Tuesday night showed voters supporting the borrowing package and the nation’s first ‘right to food’ state constitutional amendment.
Weld approves Sunday on-premises liquor sales
The vote was a housekeeping issue that allows Kawanhee Inn to continue serving liquor on Sunday.
New Sharon voters set limits on commercial solar energy systems
The ordinance is for solar only, a change from the first ordinance proposed.
Rain doesn’t scare trunk-or-treaters Saturday
Hundreds turned out at the Jay VFW Post while a long line of vehicles greeted the start in Chesterville.
New RSU 73 adult education programs and bus details shared
RSU 73 administrators gave reports on happenings in their departments at the Oct. 21 school board meeting.
Spruce Mountain schools move to remote learning until Nov. 15
Many students and staff have tested positive for COVID-19 in the past few days.
Polling times, locations and other information for Nov. 2 elections
Voters in New Sharon and Weld will also consider a town-related question.