He was the second victim of the blast. As soon as Bubier’s daughter announced the death, comments of support, love and condolences poured in.
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37 housing units approved for Farmington behind Mt. Blue Plaza
‘Housing in Farmington, as you know, is a premium,’ board member Jeffrey Wright said.
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Farmington property owners to learn about new valuations Sept. 12
Town officials caution that an increase in a property’s value does not mean a similar increase in taxes on the property.
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State rangers will patrol Tumbledown Mountain over Labor Day weekend
Rangers also reminded hikers that camping has been prohibited on the mountain since 2021.
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Proposed Franklin County firewood bank gets a boost to move forward in Salem Township
Franklin County commissioners approved a TIF grant application for $140,000 for the United Methodist Economic Ministry proposed firewood bank project to help those in need.
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How cheap weed from ‘gray market’ growers ends up on Maine dispensary shelves
Law enforcement experts say cheap, sometimes tainted weed grown by Chinese criminal groups is getting into the state’s medical market. Business owners say it’s cratering market rates and pushing reputable growers out of the industry.
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Man injured in Farmington propane gas explosion has died
Michael G. Warren, 68, died on July 31, according to the state fire marshal. The second victim, Jon Bubier, 62, of Farmington, is still recovering from serious burns and other injuries.
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Musician Lucy Dacus marries 3 Maine couples at Back Cove Festival
The onstage wedding ceremonies have been a feature at several of Dacus’ concerts this summer.
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Farmington boy, stepfather to conquer last of Maine’s 4,000-foot mountains Friday
Griffin Chouinard and Terry Storer drove Thursday to Baxter State Park to hike the 4,151-foot North Brother Mountain.
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Tensions in Wilton highlight challenges facing Maine ATVers
As ridership has grown, so have debates around trail maintenance, access and rider behavior.