Wilton Fire Chief Sonny Dunham detailed rising calls, staff shortages, and equipment upgrades in his quarterly report.
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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New Kingfield firetruck due to be delivered January 2026
The 30-year-old tanker truck is still functional, but is getting harder to repair, Fire Chief Fred Nichols said.
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Brain Disorder Coalition hosts July 23 event with key state leaders
The Brett M. Staples Brain Disorder Awareness Coalition held a July 23 event featuring Sen. Rick Bennett and advisory board members to promote education and policy change.
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Wilson Lake supporters apply for federal grant, update Wilton board on lake health
Friends of Wilson Lake reviewed recent surveys, loon activity, and a pending federal grant to support long-term watershed protection.
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MSAD 58 budget passes in second vote despite split results
Avon, Kingfield, and Phillips approve budget while Strong narrowly opposes it.
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Wilton Blueberry Festival celebrates ’80s theme with big crowds
The 2025 festival featured parades, pie contests, dancing and fireworks.
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Spruce Mountain Summer Rec talent show wraps up season with music and memories
Children at Spruce Mountain Summer Rec in Jay capped off the season Aug. 1 with a lively talent show featuring songs, dances, and heartwarming moments.
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Farmington Rotarians paint Rotary wheel downtown for 100th anniversary
Traffic was detoured Sunday as Rotarians painted a giant Rotary emblem on a street downtown.
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Kingfield sets budget for September school withdrawal vote
The Select Board approved funding for the withdrawal vote and new fire truck is due to be delivered Jan. 2026.
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Local granite being installed at Jay-Niles Library after years of planning return of front steps
Jay-Niles Memorial Library restores its historic front stairs using local granite and a $50,000 grant from the Stephen and Tabitha King Foundation.