The $5,000 grant is from the new state Firefighter Safety Equipment Fund.
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Posted inThe Bethel Citizen
Woodstock residents to pay higher taxes this year
Woodstock’s 1,352 residents should expect to pay a higher mil rate this year with municipal, county and the school district all asking for more.
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Posted inThe Franklin Journal
Billy Redican is BEE Award recipient
FARMINGTON – Billy Redican has received the BEE Award (Be Exceptional Every Day) at MaineHealth Franklin Hospital in recognition of his exceptional non-nursing care. An emergency department (ED) technician, Redican was nominated by a patient’s family member who praised his kindness and patient care. The award celebrates the contributions of non-nursing care team members who […]
Posted inThe Franklin Journal
ED nurse honored with Daisy Award
FARMINGTON — In recognition of outstanding nursing care, Joanna Swihart, RN, was recently awarded the DAISY Award at MaineHealth Franklin Hospital. The DAISY Award is an international program that rewards and celebrates the extraordinary clinical skills and compassionate care given by nurses every day. As a Daisy Award recipient, Swihart was celebrated in a morning […]
Posted inLivermore Falls Advertiser
Blue Crew wins highest award, Spruce Mountain members get approval for trip
At a meet recently in Falmouth Blue Crew FRC Team 6153, featuring students from Mt. Blue and Spruce Mountain high schools won the Impact Award [the most prestigious award in First Robotics Competition].
Posted inAdvertiser Democrat, Oxford Hills
Oxford fire/rescue chief pitches for full-time crew
With a casino, race track and more retail than in neighboring towns, Oxford has the busiest fire rescue department in southern Oxford County.
Posted inFranklin, Maine, News, The Franklin Journal
Farmington town meeting sees all articles passed in record time
Despite the snowy weather Monday, some 70 Farmington voters were at the annual town meeting.
Posted inThe Franklin Journal
RSU 9 directors discuss special education
RSU 9 Special Services Director Cynthia Bernstein updated directors March 11 about executive functioning strategies and special education initiatives.
Posted inThe Bethel Citizen
Do you have room in your heart?
Eugene is a 3-year-old Husky. He came to us as a stray. Eugene loves to talk and is working on his leash manners. If you’re looking for spunk and energy, he is your guy. He is extremely smart, food-motivated, and eager to learn. He knows basic commands and takes treats very gently. Eugene is also […]
Posted inBusiness, Franklin, The Franklin Journal
Farmington Thrift Store to reset with sale then all-April special
A 3-day sale with special pricing March 27-29 at Farmington Thrift Store on Broadway will be followed by a month-long sale in April to prepare for the addition of vintage items.