Small town elections, especially in the spring, draw only small crowds who decide big questions.
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Posted inCommunity, News, Schools and Education
Mt. Blue voters send $46.2M school budget to referendum
About 40 people attended RSU 9’s annual budget meeting May 26, where all articles passed, including $3.7 million in additional local funds.
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Posted inCommunity, News, Schools and Education
Farmington-area school phone policy seeks bell-to-bell ban
RSU 9 directors reviewed a proposed districtwide ‘no phones in schools’ policy that aligns with new state law requirements.
Posted inMaine, News, Schools and Education
Farmington school district giving support to 52 homeless students this year
Amanda Clark updated the Regional School Unit 9 board of directors on students who have been identified as experiencing homelessness or housing instability as of March 4.
Posted inBusiness, Maine, News, Schools and Education
Foster Tech programs expand apprenticeships, career pathways
Foster Career and Technical Education Center and Mt. Blue High School reported student achievements in apprenticeships, career training and workforce readiness programs.
Posted inMaine, News, Schools and Education
Small fire forces evacuation of Farmington classroom
A piece of clothing going through a print screening dryer catches fire at Foster Career and Technical Education Center.
Posted inMaine, News, Schools and Education
Farmington-based schools face special education budget pressures
The Regional School Unit 9 board of directors received updates from the superintendent during its Jan. 13 meeting.
Posted inMaine, News
Winthrop home destroyed by fire
The blaze started under the double-wide manufactured home after a kerosene heater was apparently used to try to thaw frozen pipes, officials say.
Posted inFootball, Sports, Varsity Maine
Late push gives Winthrop football win over Mt. Blue
Ross Fichthorn’s fourth-quarter touchdown is the difference as the Ramblers beat the Cougars in a Class B/D crossover.
Posted inThings to Do
Psychic medium to visit Waterville, Heart tribute in Madison among things to do
Also planned are performances by the Kington Trio in Waldoboro, Kathy Mattea in Boothbay Harbor, Shemekia Copeland in Waterville as well as Dinner in the Park in Skowhegan.