David Burgess admitted his involvement with a lucrative illegal marijuana and money laundering ring that operated in Franklin County.
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Jordan’s Way is coming to Franklin County
The Franklin County Animal Shelter will be receiving a visit from Kris Rotondo, founder of a non-profit organization that helps raise money and awareness for animal shelters.
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Current assistant principal to become Mt. Blue High School’s interim principal
Joel Smith was unanimously chosen for the position in an executive session on Tuesday, June 13, at the Regional School Unit 9 board of directors meeting.
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Volunteers needed to assist Ukrainian refugees
In addition to hosting refugees, there are several other ways for people in the area to help.
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Two ex-Franklin County sheriff’s deputies plead guilty to conspiracy in an illicit marijuana, money laundering scheme in Farmington
BANGOR — Two ex-Franklin County sheriff’s deputies pleaded guilty Thursday in a federal court to conspiracy conspiracy to defraud and deprive residents of Franklin County of their right to the defendants’ honest and faithful services through bribery, according to court documents. Derrick Doucette of Jay and Brad Scovil of Rangeley entered their pleas separately to […]
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Health Care Golf Classic taking place in Farmington July 10
Franklin Memorial Hospital’s 35th annual Health Care Golf Classic at the Sugarloaf Golf Club is scheduled for Monday, July 10, at 5071 W Mountain Road, it Carrabassett Valley. The goal of the event is to raise $30,000 for the beneficiaries: the Healthy Community Coalition of Greater Franklin County and the Martha B. Webber Breast Care […]
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Council to host Local Food Plan celebration in Farmington June 29
The Greater Franklin Food Council plans to host two parties this summer to celebrate the release of its Local Food Plan. The Local Food Plan outlines the council’s missions and goals for the next few years. The Local Food Plan release party, open to the public, is set for 5-7 p.m. Thursday, June 29, from […]
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Two former Franklin County sheriff’s deputies scheduled to change plea connected to alleged illicit marijuana, money-laundering scheme in Farmington
Brad Scovil of Rangeley and Derrick Doucette of Jay are anticipated to plead to conspiracy to commit honest services fraud.
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Farmington school district says goodbye to longtime director of adult education
With her final administrative report given on Tuesday, June 13, Nancy Allen, director of adult education, will step away from the role and retire.
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Franklin County commissioners present Spirit of America Awards
The award is annual award given to people recognized for their dedication and volunteerism in the community.