Across western and central Maine, homeschooled families and educators say learning rooted in nature, community and individualized instruction is helping students build confidence, independence and academic success.
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IHOP is coming to Farmington in April
The restaurant, which will be located in the Irving Big Stop on Wilton Road, expects to hire about 30 employees.
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Avesta opens Edgewater Village senior housing in Farmington
Avesta Housing opened Edgewater Village, a new 25-unit affordable housing community for residents ages 55 and older in Farmington.
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High Peaks Alliance expands outreach, events and conservation efforts
The High Peaks Alliance announced upcoming community events, grant funding and ongoing conservation work across western Maine, highlighting opportunities for public involvement and land protection.
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One dead after crash at Waterville gas station
Waterville police said it appears a pedestrian in Big Apple parking lot was struck when a vehicle veered off Main Street.
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Rockland man arrested after driving plow truck toward protesters
Some of the 75 protesters gathered in Chapman Park were hit by ice and snow from the plow.
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Greater Franklin Food Council outlines 2026 initiatives to expand food access
Educational programs, agricultural workshops and community food events will be offered throughout the year.
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Families connect at Children’s Festival in Farmington
The Franklin County Children’s Task Force festival brought hundreds to the Mt. Blue Campus for free activities, hands-on learning and a live animal demonstration.
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Report on Franklin County jail shows positive progress, ongoing challenges
A new medical wing, more meeting space and work toward full staffing are highlights of the report.
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Mt. Blue staff raises $2,000 for heating fund
Mt. Blue Campus staff partnered with The Sargent Corp. to raise money for the Farmington Area Ecumenical Heating Fund through a winter spirit-week fundraising effort.