Franklin Journal
  • Published
    June 8, 2023

    Tulip poplar tree in Farmington is unusual

    A tulip poplar tree near the Octagon House in Farmington is more than 100 years old, was probably imported and planted there by the Mallett family.

  • Published
    June 8, 2023

    Plants pilfered in downtown Wilton

    Last week it was discovered plants had been removed from boxes in front of the First Congregational Church and more were missing from a large pot near the library Sunday morning, June 4.

  • Published
    June 8, 2023

    Wilton, meet your candidates for RSU 9 board of directors

    Wilton residents Amanda Caruso and Louise Hiltz will be running for the open position at the Regional School Unit 9 Board of Directors, with election day slated for Tuesday, June 13, at the Wilton Town Office.

  • Published
    June 8, 2023

    Mega Yard Sale slated for Saturday, June 17

    The Franklin County Animal Shelter will be hosting the annual mega yard sale at the Farmington Fairgrounds on Saturday, June 17. All proceeds will go to the shelter.

  • Published
    June 8, 2023

    Wilton to put moratorium on cannabis licensing

    The Wilton Select Board voted to have Town Manager Perry Ellsworth put together a moratorium on all cannabis operation licensing until they are able to review and revise their ordinances.

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  • Published
    June 5, 2023

    Farmington-based school district sets budget vote for June 13

    Regional School Unit 9 proposes $41.71 million spending plan.

  • Published
    June 1, 2023

    Students send satellites skyward

    The University of Southern Maine’s third annual CubeSat Design Competition was held Saturday, May 27, at Mt. Blue High School in Farmington.

  • Published
    June 1, 2023

    Program supporters recognized at logger’s meet

    Rob Elliott of RLH Enterprises and Dean Merrill were presented plaques recognizing their support of the forestry program at Foster Career and Technical Education Center in Farmington on Thursday, May 25.

  • Published
    June 1, 2023

    Memorial Day celebrated in Farmington

    Ceremonies were held at the Teague World War I Memorial Arch, in Meetinghouse Park and at the American Legion Post to remember those men and women who died in service to their country.

  • Published
    June 1, 2023

    St. Joseph’s Parish receives Salt & Light Award

    Each year Farmington Area Ecumenical Ministry recognizes an entity for exceptional community support or service with the Salt & Light Award.