4H goat show was held Sept. 20 at the Farmington Fair in Farmington.
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Posted inFranklin, The Franklin Journal
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.
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Posted inFranklin, The Franklin Journal
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.
Posted inFranklin, The Franklin Journal
‘Women are veterans too’: Veterans tell their stories at Women Veteran’s Luncheon in Farmington
Veterans shared stories, history, discussed inequalities at the Honoring Women Veteran’s Luncheon.
Posted inFranklin, The Franklin Journal
RSU 9 principals discuss community school initiatives, playground expansion, and staffing challenges
At the Sept. 24 RSU 9 board of directors meeting, principals highlighted new opportunities for students, recent improvements, and ongoing challenges, including substitute shortages and playground expansions.
Posted inArts & Entertainment, Maine
Movie based on Maine author’s ‘Wild Robot’ hits theaters Friday
The DreamWorks animated film ‘The Wild Robot,’ based on the children’s novel by Midcoast author Peter Brown and starring Lupita Nyong’o, is opening nationwide.
Posted inMaine, News, Politics
Senate plans a session to vote on Gov. Janet Mills’ appointees
Those facing confirmation votes include a new fire marshal and the commissioner of the Department of Health and Human Services.
Posted inElection 2024, Franklin, News, The Franklin Journal
Two Jay residents seek election to one, two-year term
Jeffrey Gilbert, a Republican, and Gary McGrane, a Democrat are seeking the position.
Posted inFranklin, Schools & Education
Farmington-based school district principals address new initiatives and challenges
At the Sept. 24 RSU 9 board meeting, principals highlighted new opportunities for students, recent improvements, and ongoing challenges, including substitute shortages and playground expansions.
Posted inElection 2024, Franklin, News, The Franklin Journal
Two seek election to represent Franklin County Commission District 3 and District 4
Eight residents are vying for five seats on the Franklin County Commission.