The Franklin County Sheriff’s Office and the Piscataquis County Sheriff’s Office tied for first place; Oxford County Sheriff’s Office was third among counties.
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News and information about Franklin County from the Sun Journal.
Car rolls backward into a Farmington storefront window
Eugene Houle, 33, of Kingfield thought he put his car in park, but it was in reverse.
Behavior issues seen earlier this year at Spruce Mountain Elementary School in Jay
Last year the first student suspended from Spruce Mountain Elementary school occurred on Oct. 2; this year seven students had been suspended by Sept. 26.
Historical Society building struck by unknown driver in Temple
The section of the building that was struck is the former post office built in 1811. Police say damage to the building is extensive.
Farmington tax commitment isn’t set, taxes to be due later than expected
The tax commitment has not been set, due date must be 45 days after commitment is made.
Coplin Plt. crash ejects driver of street sweeper, is life flighted
A crash between a tractor trailer and a street sweeper sends man to hospital via life flight.
New Vineyard stops charging for Transfer Station stickers after realizing it breaks ordinance
Board of Selectmen make a decision on Transfer Station stickers, updates on remodeling and Planning Board.
Enthusiastic entries shine despite small turnout at 4-H Dairy Goat Show at Farmington Fair
4H goat show was held Sept. 20 at the Farmington Fair in Farmington.
Kingfield Select Board delays culvert plan after cost estimate increases
The Kingfield Select Board decided to delay fixing the culvert on Lander Steam until next year, following concerns about downsizing and budget constraints discussed during their Sept. 17 meeting.
One Farmington department head retires, another leaving to take job with state
Wastewater/Sewer Superintendent Stephen Millett’s is retiring Sept. 27 while Parks and Recreation Director Matthew Foster will be leaving Oct. 18 after accepting a position with Bureau of Parks and Lands.