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Strong high school principal seeks approval for greenhouse

by Leo Goddard October 16, 2024October 16, 2024

Mt. Abram Regional High School Principal Tim Richards advocates for alternative education, asks for approval of new greenhouse.

Franklin, News, Schools & Education

Farmington-area school board highlights newsletter relaunch and open house event

by Rebecca Richard October 10, 2024October 14, 2024

The RSU 9 board of directors met Tuesday, focusing on updates from the superintendent, discussions on professional development, and recognizing staff efforts in supporting students with special needs.

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One donation for Dragon’s Nest Skateboard Park in Farmington approved, another announced

by Pam Harnden October 10, 2024October 11, 2024

A donation of $4,046.39, proceeds from the annual Seth Wescott & Franklin County Chamber of Commerce Golf Classic held at Sugarloaf, was accepted for Dragon’s Nest Skateboard Park in Farmington.

The Franklin Journal

Phillips October Fest brings fall fun to the community

by Rebecca Richard October 10, 2024October 10, 2024

The Phillips Area Community Center hosted October Fest on Oct. 5, offering face painting, prizes, a pumpkin decorating contest, and a variety of snacks and $1 items. Despite a drizzly start, the event saw a great turnout, with the weather clearing up in the afternoon.

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RSU 9 board of directors meeting focuses on communication and recognitions

by Rebecca Richard October 10, 2024October 11, 2024

The RSU 9 board of directors met Oct. 8, focusing on updates from the superintendent, discussing professional development and recognizing staff efforts in supporting students with special needs.

The Franklin Journal

Fit Girls program fosters confidence, healthy habits for Franklin County youth

by Rebecca Richard October 10, 2024October 11, 2024

The Fit Girls program at Cape Cod Hill School in New Sharon offers free, inclusive outdoor activities for fourth and fifth-grade girls in Franklin County, promoting physical health, literacy and community service through running, reading and caring.

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Kingfield Select Board discusses speed control concerns on Riverside Street

by Rebecca Richard October 10, 2024October 11, 2024

The Kingfield Select Board discussed concerns about speeding on Riverside Street, with residents calling for more enforcement and safety measures, while the board emphasized the need for law enforcement involvement over town-led initiatives

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Nick Santora in East Dixfield does all the jobs nobody wants to do

by Pam Harnden October 10, 2024October 11, 2024

EAST DIXFIELD — Nick Santora, owner of NJS Property Services is in his second heating season in this area but has decades of experience with heating and air conditioning systems elsewhere, having started in 1980. “My main thing is I want to help people out,” he recently told The Franklin Journal. “I once had my […]