RANGELEY — The Rangeley Guides and Sportsmen’s Association 15th Annual Turkey Shoot is scheduled for Saturday, Oct. 12, at 11 a.m. Registration is from 10 to 11 a.m. No additional shooters accepted after close of registration. Shotgun Competition: Using a .410 shotgun and ammo provided by RRG&SA, The Magic BB closest to the bullseye wins […]
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Digging Deep: Integrating agriculture beyond the classroom
This fall, students and staff at RLRS have been embracing agricultural opportunities on the Rangeley campus and beyond. Activities and lessons at all levels have been created to encourage learning beyond the classroom and students are reaping the benefits. Elementary students participated in Stone Soup Day, based on the book by the same name. Kindergarten […]
Dixfield high school students learn canoeing, hiking skills
Summer Outdoor Learning program leader Kate O’Connor said Dirigo High School students learned how to control their emotions and be more confident in their choices.
One donation for Dragon’s Nest Skateboard Park in Farmington approved, another announced
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.
Mt. Abram High School exclusive NYC field trip will foster creativity for 10 talented students
Mt. Abram art teacher wants to take five to ten students to New York City to explore the art scene in 2025.
UMF kicks off Halloween season with frightening fundraiser
The second annual Farmington Haunted Walk took place on October 4 and 5.
Ancient Indian strength training taught in Farmington
Dr. Manu Lescault teaches the practice of Pahalwani, an ancient Indian martial arts form.
Wilton Free Public Library hosts annual harvest festival despite rainy weather
Families gathered at the library Oct. 5 for a festive morning of cotton candy, games, and fall-themed fun, undeterred by the drizzly fall weather.
Nick Santora in East Dixfield does all the jobs nobody wants to do
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 […]
Mountain Side Powersports, others organize hurricane relief efforts for North Carolina, Tennessee
Several businesses locally and around the state are accepting donations for victims of Hurricane Helene in North Carolina and Tennessee.