A High Peaks Alliance op-ed says ‘kinship we feel on trails is real.’
Rebecca Richard
Staff Writer
Rebecca Richard is a reporter for the Franklin Journal. She graduated from the University of Maine after studying literature and writing. She is a small business owner, wife of 33 years and mom of eight children. Rebecca was born in Florida, but has been in Maine for over 15 years, and in New England since her teen years.
Posted inCommunity, News, Schools and Education
Farmington, Wilton dig into summer reading
Farmington and Wilton libraries are launching dinosaur-themed summer reading programs with prizes, activities and reading challenges for children.
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Posted inCommunity, News, Things to Do
Farmington parade brings 1776 spirit to July Fourth
Farmington Rotary will sponsor the annual Fourth of July parade, with a ‘1776 America’ theme and prizes for judged entries.
Posted inCommunity, Maine, News, Outdoors
Black flies: Maine’s smallest trail bullies
A run in Jay, a night hike on Bald Mountain and a Mount Washington descent all delivered the same seasonal warning: black flies can turn a good outing into a test of preparation, patience and pain tolerance.
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Farmington recognizes group who saved man’s life
Police and town officials gave awards to a civilian, 2 police officers and a UMF police sergeant for their response to a June 3 cardiac emergency on Front Street.
Posted inCommunity, Life & Culture, News, Things to Do
Arts festival on Harry’s Hill in Starks marks 36 years
The Happening returns June 18-21 to Harry Brown’s Farm in Starks for its 36th year, with music, camping, art, workshops and a lineup that reflects the festival’s long evolution.
Posted inCommunity, Guides, Maine, New England, News, Outdoors, Things to Do
Western Maine camping guide spans Webb Lake to White Mountains
A western Maine camping guide begins with Mount Blue, Dummer’s Beach and Grafton Notch, then branches into nearby New Hampshire campgrounds and AMC huts.
Posted inCommunity, Elections, News, Politics
Fayette voters elect select board, school board members
Nancy Cronin and Robin Holman were elected to the school committee.
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Chesterville talk to focus on aquatic invasive species
A program director of the 30 Mile River Watershed Association, will give a presentation on aquatic invasive species June 18 in Chesterville.
Posted inCommunity, News, Schools and Education
Farmington grads urged to listen, show up and not waste time
Mt. Blue High School’s Class of 2026 celebrated graduation June 7 in Farmington with speeches focused on friendship, time, challenge and kindness.