The first of four meetings on the subject will be held June 9 at the Masonic Hall in New Sharon.
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Franklin County officials want dog-nip lawsuit dismissed
Register of Probate Heidi Jordan is suing county Administrator Amy Bernard and Lance Harvell for allegedly violating her rights after she was disciplined for bringing her dog to work.
Franklin County commissioners to review $11.6M budget
The commissioners will consider the budget proposal at their meeting June 5.
Blue Star Highway Marker dedication in Farmington part of Memorial Day services
Memorial Day services will also be held in Chesterville, Weld and two other Farmington locations.
Benton Alewife Festival, Artwalk Gardiner among things to do this week
Other highlights include Stephen King Day events in Hallowell, a Farmington play by Samuel Beckett, the Eli Lev concert in Madison, a Ron Currie Jr. author talk in Waterville and more.
Farmington man tried to kill woman who was ending their relationship, police say
James D. Oakes, 44, of Farmington is charged with attempted murder, reckless conduct with a dangerous weapon and domestic violence assault.
Franklin County sheriff’s deputies get 9% pay increase
The three-year contract goes into effect in July.
Franklin County cited by state for lead exposure violations
The fines are related to the window replacement project at the county Courthouse earlier this spring.
Check out a Monmouth play or a Waterville festival
‘The Spitfire Grill — A Musical’ in Skowhegan, Matt and the Barnburners in Madison, an art show reception in Bath, a concert in Waldoboro, a poetry reading in Winthrop, and Johnny Campbell in Farmington are among entertainment events this week.
Dr. Nirav Shah, former Maine CDC director, to be commencement speaker at UMF graduation
Jonathan Moody, University of Maine at Farmington alumnus and Maine’s 2024 State Superintendent of the Year, will receive an honorary doctorate degree, the school announced.