The northern lights put on a dazzling show on Thursday night, Oct. 10.
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Posted inFranklin, Livermore Falls Advertiser, News
Livermore Falls board approves two expenses two for sewer treatment plant needs
A manhole is below the existing grade of the pump station wet well, needs to be raised to make it more relient to flood events and a fire hydrant needs to be replaced.
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Posted inFranklin, Livermore Falls Advertiser, News
New school bus for RSU 73 should arrive soon, will make emergency evacuations easier
JAY — Transportation Director Norma Jackman told Regional School Unit 73 board of directors at their Oct. 10 meeting that the new school bus should be delivered soon. “It left the factory on Oct. 8,” she said. “It is a wheelchair bus with removable seats. It can accommodate 10 chairs if needed. With all the […]
Posted inFranklin, Livermore Falls Advertiser
Halloween happenings in the Jay area
Looking for spooky, fun-filled events to attend this Halloween season? Here is what is coming up.
Posted inBusiness, Health
10 million pounds of meat recalled over listeria concern: What to know
BrucePac, a precooked meat producer, is recalling the items, which were produced from June 19 to Oct. 8 and have been distributed nationwide.
Posted inMaine, News
After Lewiston shooting, distribution of $6.6 million in funds stands up to scrutiny
Of the money donated in the months following the deadliest shooting in Maine history, $4.7 million went to individuals directly affected and $1.9 million went to groups that provided support in the community.
Posted inFranklin, Livermore Falls Advertiser, Maine, News, Schools & Education
Jay-based school district awaiting arrival of new handicapped bus
The new bus will accommodate 10 wheelchairs, making it possible for the nine students currently using them to be evacuated on one bus instead of the three needed now.
Posted inLocal News, News, River Valley, Rumford Falls Times
Dixfield discloses police survey results
DIXFIELD — The Select Board announced Oct. 14 the results of a community survey regarding police coverage of the town, as well as what the next steps might be. The police coverage straw poll was conducted for residents at the Town Office, over the phone and at the town’s website. Board Chair Richard Pickett said […]
Posted inLocal News, News, River Valley, Rumford Falls Times
Dixfield town crew getting geared up for winter
He also noted that the public works one-ton truck should be here by mid-November. “I called down to Viking and their equipping that Western Star that we bought to replace the ’09. Should be up and ready by Dec. 1.”
Posted inAndroscoggin County, Lewiston-Auburn, News
Happy Halloween! Where to find tricks, treats and scary events today in Lewiston-Auburn area
Oct. 31 Halloween Extravaganza at NerdCore, 550 Center St., 11 a.m. Fright Fest Kids Day at Farmington Fairgrounds, 292 High St., 2 p.m. for those 12 years old and younger. Tickets are $5 each and an adult enters free with their child. Halloween Trunk or Treat at Central Maine Powersports, 845 Main St., Lewiston, 3:30-6:30 p.m. […]