UMF hosted a “Get Ready to Vote” concert event where folks could register to vote and hear local live music.
Leo Goddard
Leo Goddard covers Farmington and some of its surrounding towns. He recently graduated from the University of Maine at Farmington with a BFA in Creative Writing. His passion for writing was strengthened by the Longfellow Young Writers’ Camp and the Monson Arts Residency where he worked on his first novel. Aside from writing, his hobbies include singing, playing music, and making art.
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Phillips-based school district supports hiring school resource officer
Franklin County Sheriff’s Office presents information on hiring and cost of an officer.
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Driver thrown from street sweeper in crash with tractor-trailer in Coplin Plantation
Further information on the victim’s condition was not available.
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New Vineyard stops charging for Transfer Station stickers after realizing it violates ordinance
The $50 annual permit fee has been in place for 10-15 years.
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Appeal seeks to revoke license of Poppy’s Redemption Center in Jay
Poppy’s Redemption Center is under threat of closing just two months after opening at 246 Main St., according to a post on its Facebook page Sept. 11.
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New Vineyard Planning Board secretary submits surprise resignation
Secretary Jamie McKechnie raised concerns about the processes and informalities being used by the Planning Board.
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Free outdoor wellness court opening at UMaine Farmington Fitness and Recreation Center
UMF’s Fitness and Recreation Center pairs up with Community Health Options and National Fitness Campaign to open a free outdoor wellness court.
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United Way sees record low in participants for free school supplies in Farmington
United Way of the Tri-Valley Area’s “Packs for Progress” event sees only a third of its usual number of sign ups.
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Color Me United 5K walk/run returning to Farmington
United Way of the Tri-Valley Area is hosting the Color Me United 5K run/walk again Saturday, August 24, in Farmington.
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Gifford’s Ice Cream in Farmington permanently closes ‘with a heavy heart’
FARMINGTON — Gifford’s Ice Cream announced the permanent closure of its Farmington shop Wednesday morning with a post on Facebook. In the post, the company expressed their sorrow over this loss of their second-ever store that opened in 1982. The location was flooded with mud and water when the Sandy River rose and covered lower […]