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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 32 years and mom of eight children. Rebecca was born in Florida, but has been in Maine for over 10 years, and in New England since her teen years.
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Mount Abram school district to vote on whether to close Day Mountain school in Strong
MSAD 58 will vote Oct. 16 on whether to close Day Mountain Regional Middle School and move grades 7-12 to Mount Abram, as Kingfield voters approved 145-35 to start a withdrawal study.
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Farmington’s RSU 9 principals introduce new staff, programs
RSU 9 principals Keith Acedo and Carol Kiesman shared updates on new staff, summer programs, and full BARR implementation at the Sept. 9 board meeting.
Posted inNews, The Franklin Journal
Farmington town manager updates on inspections and budget planning
Farmington Select Board heard updates Sept. 9 on safety reviews, a grant for a 311 system, community forums and budget challenges.
Posted inLivermore Falls Advertiser, Maine, News
Chesterville seeks new selectperson, town clerk
Chesterville is accepting applications for town clerk and nomination papers to replace Eric Hilton on the Select Board.
Posted inLivermore Falls Advertiser, Maine, News
Updated Comprehensive Plan aims to help Jay ‘face challenges’
Residents at a public hearing reviewed the proposed plan, last updated in 2011, ahead of a November vote.
Posted inLivermore Falls Advertiser, Maine, News, Schools & Education
Jay OKs additional money for tennis courts project
A request to use $13,000 from the recreation fund will help close the funding gap for Spruce Mountain’s HollandStrong tennis courts.
Posted inSchools & Education, The Franklin Journal
Mt. Blue district superintendent warns of staff shortages
Superintendent Christian Elkington updated Regional School Unit 9 directors Sept. 9 on staffing, AI use, and youth cannabis risks.
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Students in Farmington are putting their phones away, creating ‘a different environment’
Regional School Unit 9’s new cellphone policy for Mt. Blue High School students has reduced Wi-Fi usage and is credited with creating a more positive environment.
Posted inLivermore Falls Advertiser, Maine, News
Livermore Falls looking at used fire trucks to replace aging engine
The Select Board authorized negotiations to explore buying a 2017 pumper and 2004 ladder truck.