Isabel’s plaque is a part of National Votes for Women Trail, which honors suffragists who worked to get women the right to vote with historical markers across America.
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Joseph McDonnell says he can help UMF as interim president with his experience in crisis management
The Franklin Journal sat down with University of Maine at Farmington’s new leader to learn more about his background, what he envisions for UMF’s future and how he plans to address ongoing uncertainty.
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The effects of faculty cuts ripple across UMF campus and into homes
After building roots in Farmington, will the professors eliminated from UMF’s humanities and social sciences programs leave the community they have come to love?
Posted inSchools and Education
UMF Faculty Senate issues no-confidence vote in Chancellor Malloy
The vote follows a time of instability at UMF and in the UMaine System.
Posted inLocal & State, Schools and Education
Farmington-area schools canceled Friday due to high lead levels discovered in pipes
Nearly half of Regional School Unit 9’s drinking-water fixtures have tested for levels of lead that exceed state guidelines.
Posted inLocal & State, News
Malfunctioning oil burner forces evacuation of Franklin County Jail
Inmates and guards were rushed to the outdoor recreation area of the jail to avoid smoke and carbon monoxide inhalation while firefighters ventilated the building.
Posted inLocal & State, News
Counties across Maine losing State Police patrols in rural areas
As Maine State Police shifts more of its focus to highway safety along the interstate system and criminal investigations, cash-strapped counties lack the resources to hire more deputies to fill the void.
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Otis snowmobiler seriously injured when attempting to jump embankment in northern Franklin County
Cody Hadlock, 30, hurt in remote area north of Rangeley.
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Tom Saviello announces he will not run for governor
Among the six reasons are he “cannot identify” with younger voters and is “tired of party politics.”
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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.