franklin county maine

Published
October 29, 2021

Last 6 people allegedly involved with illegal marijuana operation, money-laundering scheme appear in Bangor court

The federal government has filed a civil complaint to seize 12 properties believed to be owned by the Sirois family.
Published
January 22, 2021

Giving to neighbors through the Buy Nothing Project

The Buy Nothing Mt. Blue Area Facebook group is promoting a neighborly, gift-giving economy in Franklin County.
Published
August 20, 2020

Conservation organization buys 9,608 acres in northern Franklin County

The Nature Conservancy in Maine intends to manage the forest as an ecological reserve.
Published
June 22, 2020

Strong man dies at CMMC after becoming ill at Franklin County jail

Michael Evans, 36, was evaluated by medical staff before eventually being taken to the Lewiston hospital.
Published
May 15, 2020

UMF holds virtual commencement

University of Maine at Farmington's 2020 graduates enjoyed a two-day virtual commencement ceremony.
Published
November 4, 2019

U.S. Attorney for Maine warning public about dangerous counterfeit pills

Based on a sampling of tablets seized nationwide between January and March of 2019, the DEA found that 27% contained potentially lethal doses of fentanyl.
Published
September 22, 2019

Maine Voices: Make room for Maine youths on skiing, snowboarding slopes

Sugarloaf initiatives are working to expand winter sports access to kids in Franklin and Somerset counties who are being squeezed out by high costs.