Organizers, campaigns buckle down for final push on the NECEC corridor referendum in Franklin County

In Franklin County, one of the regions most affected by the NECEC corridor project, organizers spend their final days pushing for desired results on Maine's Referendum Question 1. Voters will decide the fate of the NECEC corridor on Tuesday, Nov 2.

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.

Over 60 Mt. Blue students protest district COVID-19 policies with ‘freedom of choice’ walkout

Students and a few parents gathered outside Mt. Blue High School to protest RSU 9's coronavirus policies. Superintendent Chris Elkington said that the district will not alter the policies because of the walkout.

Franklin County voters to consider adding commissioners, abolishing elected treasurer position

The referendum will be held at polling stations in each town Nov. 2.

Over 60 Farmington school district students walk out for ‘freedom of choice’ on COVID-19 guidelines

Students and a few parents gathered outside Mt. Blue High School to protest RSU 9's coronavirus policies.

Post-secondary scholarships offered to Franklin County adults

Wilton discusses county commissioners referendum question

State Rep. Randall Hall presented information on the referendum to increase the number of county commissioners and districts in Franklin from three to five.

Wilton Select Board sets marijuana licensing fees, discusses county commissioners referendum question

State Rep. Randall Hall presented information on the referendum to increase the number of county commissioners and districts in Franklin from three to five.

September was the worst month of the pandemic for Franklin County

Franklin County saw more new cases in September than any other month since COVID-19 surfaced in Maine.

Wilton Select Board considers marijuana business licensing fees

The fees initially proposed were based on the average of those in nearby towns and cities.