In July, a candidate for the position stepped down during negotiations, so the process of selecting a new town manager had to restart.
Pam Harnden
Staff Writer
Pam Harnden, of Wilton, has been a staff writer for The Franklin Journal since 2012. Since 2015, she has also written for the Livermore Falls Advertiser and Sun Journal. She covers Livermore and Regional School Unit 73 school board meetings. She writes about people and community events in the greater Franklin County area and is the go-to person for school robotics competitions. Pam is a member of the Old Crow Indian Band and a supervisor for the Franklin County Soil and Water Conservation District. She enjoys cooking, gardening, flower arranging, reading, music and spending time with her grandchildren. Pam has a bachelor's degree from the University of Maine at Orono and has been involved personally and professionally with numerous agricultural endeavors.
Chesterville native to compete on new television show
Derek Haley is appearing on Shania Twain’s new “Superfan” show on CBS.
Spruce Mountain 21st Century Kids summer program ends
JAY — The 21st Century Kids summer program held at Spruce Mountain Middle School Monday through Thursday ended with a talent show and ice cream social July 27. Singing, gymnastics routines and solving Rubik’s cubes were a few of the talents shared. Franklin County Children’s Task Force in Farmington organized the summer program which did […]
Farmington restarts search for town manager
A candidate for the position withdrew during negotiations.
Envirothon team finishes 16th at world competition
The team had the second highest finish in the school’s history.
Freemasonry visitation held in Rangeley
Freemasonry in Maine has 24 districts, one of which includes eight lodges from Franklin County and one from Mt. Vernon.
Farmington hospital change means more funds to be reimbursed
If the proposed change to Critical Access Hospital is approved, it will mean Franklin Memorial Hospital will be reimbursed 101% for Medicare/Medicaid patients instead of the current rate of 30-40%.
Wilton Blueberry Festival to feature new, returning events
The fireman’s muster returns after several years absence due to the coronavirus pandemic. This year it will be held at the GD Cushing School instead of on Main Street.
Highbush blueberry season is here in Franklin County
Three local producers are already open for picking, another will open Saturday, July 29.