SANDY RIVER PLANTATION – State game wardens and rescue personnel drove ATVs about five miles up to a section of the Appalachian Trail Wednesday to assist an injured hiker, according to Cpl. John MacDonald spokesman for Maine Warden Service. Robert Sweet, 60, of South Freeport was hiking with friends on the back side of Saddleback […]
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Board increases Livermore tax rate
LIVERMORE — Selectpersons on Tuesday night unanimously approved increasing the tax rate 40 cents, to $16.40 per $1,000 of assessed property value. Administrative Assistant/Treasurer Amy Byron said the minimum tax rate possible, $16.01 per $1,000, would provide an overlay of about $700. She provided several rate possibilities: $16.25 for an overlay of $44,800; $16.40 for […]
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Blue frog stands out in jumping contest
STRONG — Konor Dyer, 14, of Strong searched for the perfect frog to enter in the recent Philips Old Home Days frog jumping contest. Although he didn’t win first prize, he has won the attention of state amphibian experts. The Mt. Abram High School freshman wasn’t looking for a particular frog, he said, when he […]
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Farmington selectmen set tax rate higher
FARMINGTON — The Board of Selectmen voted unanimously Tuesday to set the tax rate at $19.94 per thousand of property evaluation, an increase of 66 cents over last year’s rate of $19.28. A property valued at $100,000 will pay $1,994 in taxes compared to $1,928 last year, an increase of $66. The Homestead Exemption program […]
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Strong selectmen back internet service study
STRONG — Selectmen agreed unanimously Tuesday to invest in a countywide study on affordable high-speed internet access for residents and businesses. Charlie Woodworth, a representative of the Opportunity Center of Greater Franklin County, asked selectmen to approve $786.92 as the town’s share for the study on options and costs to expand broadband access. Residents and […]
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RSU 9 names science teacher to curriculum coordinator, grants manager
FARMINGTON — The majority of Regional School Unit 9 directors voted Tuesday to transfer a high school school science teacher to interim curriculum coordinator/manager of federal grants. The board changed the job description for the position from the director of curriculum/assistant superintendent that Leanne Condon had held until she left for RSU 10 in the […]
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Cemetery concerns brought to Livermore board
LIVERMORE — Selectpersons on Tuesday night charged Cemetery Committee member Tim Cox with obtaining more information regarding cemetery rules and regulations. Cox said he had received several complaints from Robert Martin who mows the town cemeteries. “People have gotten carried away, decorating their lots with cans, plastic flowers and signs,” Cox said. “Cedar and hemlock […]
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First Foothills Fest takes place in Farmington
FARMINGTON — The first Foothills Fest will showcase the area, the people and their talents. Sponsored by the Franklin County Chamber of Commerce, it takes place from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 26, at the Farmington Fairgrounds. “The festival highlights the talent, artisans, businesses and what we have to offer here. The Foothills […]
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Analysis on proposed runway extension to be reviewed in Rangeley
RANGELEY — A public meeting will be held Thursday to review an analysis of a proposed runway extension at the Stephen A. Bean Municipal Airfield. Some residents have raised concerns over the project. The meeting starts at 6:30 p.m. at the town’s airport. The meeting is on alternatives that have been found through completing the […]