To the Editor: For years, the idea of building a community center in our town has been tossed around like a ball at a pickup game — lots of energy, but never quite making it through the hoop. We’ve formed committees, hosted meetings, and shared dreams. And while that vision hasn’t changed, our urgency has. […]
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Posted inThe Bethel Citizen
Maine CASA to hold training in August
STATE — Interested in advocating for the best interests of a child? The Maine Court Appointed Special Advocates (CASA) program is holding its summer training for volunteer advocates from August 11 through August 15. This free, five-day training is designed to prepare attendees for certification as volunteer guardians ad litem (GALs) in Maine child protection […]
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Summer schedule at Norway Center Church
NORWAY — Norway Center Church, at 89 Norway Center Road, opens during the warmer weather of the summer months only. These are the upcoming Sunday services: July 13 – Scott Campbell with music accompaniment by Anne Bernard, and guest music with David Knightly, Violinist/Singer July 20 – John Williams with music accompaniment by Anne Bernard, […]
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New books at Paris Public Library
PARIS — The Paris Public Library added the following books to its collection during the month of June, 2025. For more information or to reserve a title, please call the Paris Public Library at 743-6994 or email paris.public.library.maine@gmail.com. Fiction: Megan Abbott – El Dorado Drive; Joe Abercrombie – The Devils; Renee Ahdieh – Park Avenue; […]
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Mexico Mission sets 3-T Auction
OXFORD — There will be a 3-T Auction benefitting the Mexico Mission Trip on July 12, at the Oxford Advent Christian Church in Oxford. The evening will begin at 5 p.m. with a free dinner of homemade baked beans, hot dogs, and coleslaw. At 6 p.m., the 3-T auction will begin. The 3-T stands for […]
Posted inBusiness, Franklin, Maine, News, The Franklin Journal
Farmington to share a maintenance worker between two departments
The move will split a worker between the Parks and Recreation Department and Public Works.
Posted inFranklin, Maine, News, The Franklin Journal
Massachusetts juveniles’ joyride to Maine ends in crash
Authorities tracked down the youths Tuesday in northern Franklin County.
Posted inAndroscoggin County, Franklin, Livermore Falls Advertiser, Maine Crime, News, The Franklin Journal
Livermore Falls man arrested in theft of ATV in Jay
Johnathan Tibbetts, 42, was charged with theft, aggravated criminal mischief and eluding police.
Posted inArts & Entertainment, Franklin, Maine, The Franklin Journal
Youth take center stage in free two-week performing arts intensive in Farmington
Students from Maine and Boston are training with professionals in music, dance and theatre, culminating in a free public show July 13 at 3 p.m.
Posted inLocal News, Maine, Oxford Hills, Rumford Falls Times
Shortage of seasonal workers this summer slowing projects in Rumford
Public Works Superintendent Dale Roberts said one struggle is that potential workers want to be paid more than the town is offering.