1927 – 2013 CANTON — Irene M. Fournier, 85, a former resident of Jay, died Friday, May 24, at Victorian Villa Nursing Home, where she had resided since 2005. She was born Oct. 7, 1927, in Lynn, Mass., the daughter of Albert Poulin and Yvonne (Lebrasseur) Poulin. Irene was a 1946 graduate of Livermore Falls […]
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Franklin County arrest log
FARMINGTON — The following arrests were recently logged at Franklin County Detention Center: Corey Nuzzo, 24, Farmington, violating condition of release, May 20, $150 bail, court appearance July 3, Maine Warden Service. Lindsay Pollis, 28, Jay, warrants: failure to appear, failure to pay fine, fees, May 21, no bail listed, Franklin County Sheriff’s Department. Ryan […]
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Area police enforcing seat belt laws
WILTON — Area police departments are currently involved in the Click it or Ticket campaign to enforce seat belt laws. The program is funded by grants from the Bureau of Highway Safety. Along with Franklin County deputies, police in Farmington, Jay and Wilton are participating. During this time of prom, graduation and the start of […]
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Jay tears down house to improve intersection
JAY — Highway workers Tuesday took down the house at the corner of Route 133 and Hyde Road to make way for intersection improvements. A public hearing on the plan was held Monday. The town bought the vacant home, large barn and 3 or 4 acres on April 30 for $36,970.44. The money came from […]
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Grange is hosting ‘souper’ supper CHESTERVILLE — Chesterville Grange will have “souper” supper on Friday, May 24, serving between 5 and 6:30 p.m. Homemade soups, chowders, breads and dessert will be available. Cost is adults, $5; children, $2.50. For more information, call 778-2282 or 778-5845. History Night in downtown Livermore Falls LIVERMORE FALLS — History […]
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Livermore Falls-Jay parade to honor 60th Korean War anniversary
JAY/LIVERMORE FALLS — The theme for this year’s Memorial Day Parade is to honor and remember the 60th anniversary of the Korean War. The parade marshal will be decorated Korean War veteran Gerard Gilbert of Jay. He received a number of medals during his service in the U.S. Army, including two bronze stars. The parade […]
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Free ATV course offered at Jay
JAY — The Police Department will sponsor a free all-terrain vehicle safety course Saturday, June 22, at the Spruce Mountain Middle School cafeteria. The course will begin at 8 a.m. and end at 4 p.m. It will be taught by Cpl. Jeff Fournier and Detective Richard Caton IV, state-certified instructors. The course is limited to […]
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Newry Dept. wins 23rd Annual Firefighters’ Race
NEWRY — The Newry Fire Department edged out 13 other teams from around New England to take first place in the 23rd Annual Firefighters’ Race at Sunday River. Meanwhile, proceeds from the race, as well as the 21st Annual Eat the Heat Chili Cookoff and the 28th Annual Ski-A-Thon, helped raise more than $330,000 for […]
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Tri Town Seniors to hold season-ending meeting May 20
LIVERMORE FALLS — The Tri-Town Seniors met May 13 at Murray Hall with 25 members present. Following the opening ceremonies George Doiron and the group sang “Happy Birthday” to all who will be celebrating birthdays in June and July. Doiron also sang “M-O-T-H-E-R” in observance of Mother’s Day. A nomination of officers was held for […]
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Daughters of Isabella discuss Memorial Day parade
JAY — Recently the Daughters of Isabella 677 from St. Rose of Lima held their May business meeting. Chancellor Laurianne Castonguay led everyone in the recitation of the rosary. A short from conferral was performed for new members Sherri Ouelette and Doreen Maxwell. A long form conferral will be held at a later date. Regent […]