Hurricane Irene caused several problems throughout Franklin County on Sunday, August 28, 2011. There were many roads flooded and washed out, strong winds and heavy rain brought down trees and interrupted power to many residences. In Phillips, a house was quickly surrounded by flood waters from the Sandy River and three family members and the family dog were rescued by Phillips Fire Department. This portion of Main Street in Phillips [...]

The Franklin County Agricultural Society’s 171st Farmington Fair starts Sunday, September 18. When you visit the fairgrounds, be sure to look up The Franklin County Emergency Management Agency’s display. It is located near the grandstand next to the Farmington Fire food booth. Win a “GO BAG” When you stop by, please take a look at display and take some informational brochures. They help explain how people can be prepared for [...]

At this time Hurricane Irene is predicted to follow the Eastern Seaboard and move up into Maine. How is this hurricane going to affect the state of Maine? Hurricanes bring strong winds and heavy rains. Even if the hurricane’s intensity subsides and it is downgraded to a tropical storm as it reaches Maine, the storm still has the potential to cause power outages, flash flooding, wind damage to buildings and [...]

As students prepare to start a new school year, they are excited about going back to school and seeing their friends. They might forget about caution and safety. These safety concerns prompt reminders for the driving public. Motorists should be vigilant, aware of surroundings and be prepared to slow down and stop for: • children waiting on the side of the road for the bus to pick them up. • [...]