Treat Memorial Library in Livermore Falls has been awarded a grant from the John Henry Eldred Jr. Foundation to create a Homeschooling Resource Center, providing vital tools and materials for the growing local homeschooling community.
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Fayette Select Board: parks, honor flight, digital sign funding updates
The Fayette Select Board discussed the creation of a Parks and Recreation Committee, sponsoring a veteran for the Honor Flight program, and using ARPA funds for a digital sign to enhance public communication during their November meeting.
Franklin County commissioners recognize 8 residents with Spirit of America Foundation Tribute award
Not all awardees were in attendance and one award was given posthumously.
Kingfield Select Board discusses sidewalk clearing and speed initiatives
The Kingfield Select Board discussed winter sidewalk maintenance challenges, promoted a communitywide speed reduction initiative, and addressed pedestrian safety concerns during its recent meeting.
Farmington man working through the winter
Kenneth Clark of Farmington got some work done at Meetinghouse Park in Farmington.
Franklin County taxes could help pay for flood mitigation costs
Franklin County Emergency Management Agency informed the New Vineyard Select Board that county taxes will be raised to pay for river gages that will help study flood patterns on Sandy River and Carrabassett River.
Spruce Mountain Ski Area reveals updates by Maine Cabin Masters
Updates at Spruce Mountain Ski Area completed by Maine Cabin Masters were revealed Friday with close to 100 people in attendance.
Rangeley Fire Rescue gets $22,000 grant to buy fire training tool
Creator Shawn Bloemaker of Illinois will visit the Rangeley fire station on Wednesday to train firefighters on a reburnable Max Fire Box Phase II Educational “Burn and Learn” prop.
Spruce Mountain board approves same substitute pay rates
The rates will be effective Jan. 1-June 30, 2025.
Kingfield midwife Kathryn Dewar on her journey and midwifery’s future in Maine
Kathryn Dewar, a midwife and lactation consultant based in Kingfield shares her journey, the challenges and rewards of her work, and her vision for empowering families and advancing midwifery in the western mountains region.