WILTON — Franklin County sheriff candidates answered voter questions Monday during a Chamber of Commerce breakfast forum held at Calzolaio Pasta Co. Welcomed by Franklin County Chamber President Scott Landry, moderator Roger Lambert said there was no need for long introductions, referring to incumbent Sheriff Dennis Pike, 74, of Farmington and challenger, Scott Nichols Sr., […]
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Rumford Grange Halloween party RUMFORD — Rumford Grange 115 will host a Halloween party for area children from 5 to 7 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 31, at the Grange Hall. Treats, drinks and prizes will be available. Dinner, auctions on Nov. 2 RUMFORD — A dinner and “An Evening of Auctions” will be held at 6 […]
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Wilton teenager takes to his board to enjoy his freedom, creativity
FARMINGTON — You hear the wheels of the skateboard rolling on the pavement before you see amateur skateboarder Eli Davis jump over the stairs at a downtown park. It is not the 17-year-old Wilton boy’s usual arena to display his talents but he was successful all the same. He and his Grizzly Grip board landed […]
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Board discusses proposal for natural gas line from Jay to Farmington
FARMINGTON — A proposal to bring a natural gas pipeline to town was discussed by selectmen Tuesday. Town Manager Richard Davis told the board about a “very preliminary meeting” held last week to discuss extending a pipeline from Jay via the old railroad bed known as the Whistle Stop Trail and now used for recreational […]
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Bowling results
WILTON — Recent league results at Meadow Lanes Bowling are as follows. Shiretown League, Oct. 10 Team standings: Rif Raf 93 1/2, 56 1/2; F & E Builders 82, 68; Webster Heating 80 1/2, 69 1/2; Pinsetters 80, 70; Powerade 71, 79; North Builders 71, 79; Jack’s Plumbing 70, 80; DRC 52, 98. Men’s high […]
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Bowling results
WILTON — League results at Meadow Lanes Bowling are as follows. Friday Night Live League, Oct. 5 Team standings: Woulda Coulda Shoulda 34, 6; Wanna Bee’s 28, 12; Just Because 24, 16; Gutter Dusters 24, 16; Pin Pickers 24, 16; Easy Riders 22, 18; The Roost 20, 20; The Last Hurrah 20, 20; Bowling Buddies […]
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Voter registration, balloting hours listed
WILTON — Election clerk Diane Dunham will hold extended hours for voter registration and absentee voting from 5 to 7 p.m. Tuesday, Oct. 30, at the Town Office. No other business will be conducted during that time. Voters may also register to vote at the polls Nov. 6, Dunham said.
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Police looking for Wilton home invasion suspect
WILTON – Police are investigating a reported home invasion that occurred Monday on Canal Street, Chief Heidi Wilcox said in a press release Tuesday. Police responded at about 8 p.m. to a resident who reported that an unknown man entered their home. He was described as being in his early 20s, more than 6 feet […]