Swollen bladderwort, an invasive aquatic plant, has been confirmed in eight southern and western Maine water bodies. Officials are worried it will continue to spread.
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Posted inThe Franklin Journal
Child and Adult Care food program available
WILTON — Western Maine Community Action, 20 Church Street in East Wilton, (207) 645-3764, announces its participation in the USDA Child and Adult Care Food Program. Meals are available at no separate charge for all children. In accordance with federal civil rights law and U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) civil rights regulations and policies, this […]
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Posted inThe Bethel Citizen
Work, weeds and what-ifs: Inventive farmers spice up their work in Bethel
At Chapman Brook Farm, innovation grows right alongside the spinach, tomatoes and garlic.
Posted inBethel, Maine, Oxford Hills, The Bethel Citizen
Hanover Town Office gets energy-efficient upgrade
A Community Resilience Partnership Grant from the state provided the money to make the upgrade.
Posted inFranklin, Maine, News, The Franklin Journal
Kingfield elects new chair, sets dates for school withdrawal vote
The Kingfield Select Board appointed a new chair, accepted a school withdrawal petition, and scheduled key public vote dates.
Posted inFranklin, Maine, Schools & Education, The Franklin Journal
Mt. Blue robotics mentor says farewell to district
Richard Wilde gave a heartfelt farewell after 26 years with the district.
Posted inThe Franklin Journal
Mt. Blue district board confronts federal funding delays, approves purchases
The Mt. Blue school district, RSU 9, faces a $255K shortfall due to delayed federal funds as the board approves technology purchases, staffing plans, and policy updates.
Posted inAdvertiser Democrat, Oxford Hills
West Paris Water District makes case for rate hike
West Paris Water District, which going back at least five years, has neglected its infrastructure maintenance and relied on a meter and billing procedure as leaky as the district’s water reservoir, has proposed a 75% rate increase. Maine’s PUC and Public Advocate will accept public comments between August 3-23. WPWD Trustee David Walton said that the proposed effective date for new rates is Sept. 1.
Posted inThe Bethel Citizen
WinterKids launches free 25 Days of Movement Challenge for Maine families
STATE — In celebration of its 25th Anniversary, WinterKids has launched the 25 Days of Movement Challenge – a free, statewide initiative designed to get families moving outdoors together this August. Participants receive a downloadable digital guide packed with over 100 screen-free activity ideas and can enter to win incredible prizes from Maine Outdoor Brands, including a […]
Posted inThe Franklin Journal
WinterKids launches free 25 Days of Movement Challenge for Maine families
STATE — In celebration of its 25th Anniversary, WinterKids has launched the 25 Days of Movement Challenge – a free, statewide initiative designed to get families moving outdoors together this August. Participants receive a downloadable digital guide packed with over 100 screen-free activity ideas and can enter to win incredible prizes from Maine Outdoor Brands, including a […]