LIVERMORE — Fire Chief Donald Castonguay told the Board of Selectpersons on Monday night that the department needs manpower, firetruck repairs and a door opener for the station. The department has been having issues with the overhead door for about two years, he said. It stays open, requiring the door opener be hit or turned […]
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Franklin County seeking patrol deputy, dispatcher
FARMINGTON — The Franklin County Sheriff’s Office is accepting applications for a patrol deputy, and the Regional Communications Center is accepting applications for a dispatcher. Full-time patrol Deputy Colt (Sleaster) Bernhardt resigned Jan. 25 for a job outside of police work, Sheriff Scott Nichols Sr. told commissioners Jan. 19. He said there has been interest […]
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Jay extends town manager’s contract
JAY — Selectpersons voted Monday to extend Town Manager Shiloh LaFreniere’s contract for three years through June 30, 2019. Her contract expires June 30. Her salary is $62,000 and will be adjusted at the same rate as the other department heads. LaFreniere was the town’s code enforcement officer for 16 years before she was hired […]
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Jay selectperson to resign, nomination papers available Feb. 1
JAY — Selectpersons voted Monday to accept, with regret, the resignation of Selectperson Stephen “Steve” McCourt, effective April 26. He is resigning because of other commitments he has and he is not able to focus as much attention as he would like on the position, according to Town Manager Shiloh LaFreniere. McCourt was elected to […]
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Fishing derbies a go, depending on location
Winter’s late arrival has caused the postponement of a number of early-season fishing derbies — but those scheduled for next month or later appear to be on track. The earliest of the year — the Weld Ice Fishing Derby on Webb Lake — was scheduled for Jan. 16 but was postponed because of lack of […]
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Foster grandparents thriving with youngsters
LIVERMORE — Arin Quintel said she was terrified when she first considered becoming a foster grandparent. She has been in the program since October, but wants to encourage others to get involved. Quintel, who is 60 and doesn’t have grandchildren, heard about the program through a neighbor. She studied education in college but wanted to “do” […]
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This week’s agenda
Monday Bethel: Selectmen, 7 p.m., Town Office Dixfield: Selectmen, 6:30 p.m., Town Office Hebron: Selectmen, 7 p.m., Town Office Jay: Selectmen, 6 p.m., Town Office Mexico: RSU 10 board of directors, 6:30 p.m., Dirigo High School Paris: Selectmen, 7 p.m., Town Office Peru: Selectmen, 6 p.m., Town Office Waterford: Selectmen, 6:30 p.m., Town Office Tuesday […]
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Titcomb Mountain manager recognized for ski industry career
FARMINGTON — Many exceptional skiers and riders find their start at Titcomb Mountain. Some find lifetime careers from their early days on the slopes and, in turn, give back to the ski industry. The year 2015 will always hold a special significance for two of those women who learned to ski and race at Titcomb […]
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Rangeley Snodeo one of best-attended
RANGELEY — With a shaky start to the snowmobiling season, the Rangeley Lakes Snowmobile Club’s board of directors could only hope that this year’s event would go as planned in January. Snodeo organizers are all volunteers, and the event can bring thousands of visitors and a much-needed economic boost to the region. Gas prices were […]
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Acts of kindness done in memory of Wilton resident
WILTON — Mittens, hats, gloves and winter wear collected by a Wilton family were donated Wednesday for children at Academy Hill and Cushing schools. When family members gathered at the home of Tony and Carolyn McLaughlin for Christmas this year, it was all about spending time with one another and collecting winter clothing for others, […]