Michael G. Warren, 68, died on July 31, according to the state fire marshal. The second victim, Jon Bubier, 62, of Farmington, is still recovering from serious burns and other injuries.
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Wilton fire chief says calls are up, along with staffing needs
Wilton Fire Chief Sonny Dunham detailed rising calls, staff shortages, and equipment upgrades in his quarterly report.
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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.
Posted inBusiness, Maine, News, The Franklin Journal, The Rangeley Highlander
Wood bank in Franklin County would provide help for heating
With winter in mind, United Methodist Economic Ministry in Salem Township wants to help low-income residents get heat assistance.
Posted inLife & Culture, Maine, The Franklin Journal
Wilton Blueberry Festival celebrates ’80s theme with big crowds
The 2025 festival featured parades, pie contests, dancing and fireworks.
Posted inArts & Entertainment, Life & Culture, Maine
Musician Lucy Dacus marries 3 Maine couples at Back Cove Festival
The onstage wedding ceremonies have been a feature at several of Dacus’ concerts this summer.
Posted inFranklin, Livermore Falls Advertiser, Maine, News, The Franklin Journal
Wilton Blueberry Festival to begin Friday, ending Saturday with fireworks over Wilson Pond
There will be food, music, games and a parade that will step off at 10 a.m. Saturday.
Posted inFranklin, Maine, News, The Franklin Journal
Farmington boy, stepfather to conquer last of Maine’s 4,000-foot mountains Friday
Griffin Chouinard and Terry Storer drove Thursday to Baxter State Park to hike the 4,151-foot North Brother Mountain.
Posted inFranklin, Livermore Falls Advertiser, Maine, News, Outdoors, The Franklin Journal
Tensions in Wilton highlight challenges facing Maine ATVers
As ridership has grown, so have debates around trail maintenance, access and rider behavior.
Posted inAndroscoggin County, Franklin, Livermore Falls Advertiser, Maine, News, Outdoors
Androscoggin Land Trust hopes to connect the Jay trail system
The goal is to connect trails at French Falls Park with more than 120 acres of recreation property behind the Spruce Mountain schools in Jay.