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.
MSAD 58
Posted inMaine, News, Schools & Education, The Franklin Journal
Kingfield to hold public hearing on school withdrawal process
Kingfield residents debated whether to begin studying withdrawal from RSU 58, with the Sept. 16 vote set to decide if the process will move forward.
advertisement
Posted inSchools & Education, The Franklin Journal
MSAD 58 budget passes in second vote despite split results
Avon, Kingfield, and Phillips approve budget while Strong narrowly opposes it.
Posted inMaine, News, Schools & Education, The Franklin Journal
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.
Posted inFranklin, Maine, News, The Franklin Journal
Kingfield elects new chair, sets dates for school withdrawal vote
The Kingfield Select Board appointed a new chair, accepted a school withdrawal petition, and scheduled key public vote dates.
Posted inFranklin, News, The Franklin Journal
Phillips-based school district voters to decide on trimmed $12.5 million budget
MSAD 58 directors reduced the overall proposed budget by $102,233 on Thursday after a first public vote failed.
Posted inThe Franklin Journal
Phillips, Strong begin MSAD 58 withdrawal as district faces change
Superintendent Laura Columbia says Phillips and Strong have begun withdrawal from MSAD 58, while other towns explore options amid rising costs and differing visions.
Posted inFranklin, Maine, The Franklin Journal
Kingfield reviews survey draft for future comprehensive planning
The Select Board discussed a resident survey with AVCOG to guide Kingfield’s comprehensive plan and future grant opportunities.
Posted inThe Franklin Journal
Mt. Abram Class of 2025 celebrates graduation with pride and unity
Fifty-two graduates were honored June 6 in a heartfelt ceremony filled with reflection, gratitude and community support.
Posted inFranklin, News, The Franklin Journal, The Rangeley Highlander
Madrid Township bridge to be replaced over summer
The bridge over Orbeton Stream on Reeds Mill Road will be closed from about July 7 through Sept. 10.