On Nov. 15, the select board voted to approve a staggered water rate increase and discontinue the police recruitment bonus.
Brian Ponce
Brian Ponce is a staff writer for the Franklin Journal, as well as the Livermore Falls Advertiser and the Sun Journal. Prior to joining the Sun Media team, he worked across many different industries ranging from warehouses to restaurants while pursuing his passion for writing on the side. Brian graduated from California State University in San Bernardino, California, with a B.A. in English with a focus on creative writing. Afterward, he performed freelance work documenting local musicians and their music in the High Desert of San Bernardino County. When he is not searching for a story, Brian can typically be found in his native habitat, a comic book shop, researching taco recipes and meandering.
UMF, Bates named among the most environmentally responsible colleges in the nation
UMF was listed as one of the most environmentally responsible colleges by the Princeton Review.
RSU 9 sports heading into winter strong
Administrative reports from the Sports and Technology programs brought some good news to the RSU 9 board of directors meeting Nov. 8.
UMF models the future of actuary science
UMF partnered with the Actuarial Foundation to host the “Modeling the Future Challenge” for high school students across the state.
Franklin Memorial Hospital holds open house for new food pantry
The new location continues to offers healthy options for patients that may not have access to food.
Farmington Rotary Club announces winners of annual Halloween window painting contest
For more than 50 years, the Farmington Rotary Club has hosted a window painting contest for kids age 12 and under.
Ethan Kyes named interim police chief of Wilton
A decision on a permanent replacement for Heidi Wilcox will be made in six months.
RSU 9 special services challenged by number, needs of students
Six new educational technicians have been hired to help with the caseload.
UMF hosts first teacher education open house
UMF hosted an open house highlighting its teacher education program to 150 prospective students.
Meeting for Wilton water rates increase postponed
The public hearing to address the water rate increases was postponed to Nov. 15.