Renee Whitley of Franklin County Children’s Task Force said the shortage has caused a state of “panic” for the agency and the families it serves.
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RSU 9 board discusses social-and-emotional learning
RSU 9’s goal with social-and-emotional learning is “to prepare our students to succeed in our community and be able to take on these challenges,” RSU 9 teacher Liz LeClair said in a presentation.
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Farmington plans 4th of July parade
The Farmington Rotary plans the return of the Fourth of July parade, set for 10 a.m. Monday, July 4. The staging area for all participants will be at the Olsen Student Center parking lot on High Street in Farmington. Line up and judging is at 9 am. “Celebrating America’s Superheroes” is this year’s theme. Chamber […]
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Farmington celebrates pride at town’s first LGBTQ festival
Acceptance was the resounding theme for the day, with attendees echoing how amazing it was to feel welcomed and celebrate for the day in a rural area.
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Farmington hospital program awards scholarships to 4 graduates
FARMINGTON — Four 2022 high school graduates have been awarded $500 scholarships each by the Franklin Memorial Hospital Medical Staff Scholarship Program. All awardees demonstrated academic excellence, a strong motivation to pursue a health care career, and dedication to community service in their applications, according to a news release from the hospital. The awardees and […]
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St. Lawrence University recognizes local graduates
CANTON, N.Y. — Two local students, members of St. Lawrence University’s class of 2022, took part in the university’s May 22 commencement ceremonies. Meghan Charles from Farmington graduated cum laude with a Bachelor of Science degree in psychology and environmental studies. Charles attended Mount Blue High School. Henry Kearing from Carrabassett Valley graduated with a […]
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‘Find Waldo’ event to return to Farmington in July
Celebrating its 10th anniversary this year, Find Waldo Local is a summer vacation activity and a way to support local businesses, including Sandy River Relics, #D Games, Twice Sold Tales, and Renys, according to a news release from DDG Booksellers. The iconic children’s book character in the red-and-white-striped shirt and black-rimmed specs plans to visit […]
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Farmington man found dead behind Lewiston courthouse
Police said the 27-year-old was found by a passerby. When police and emergency crews arrived shortly after, they determined that the man was dead.
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Farmington to host first LGBTQ+ Pride Festival in town’s history
Organizers say it is an opportunity to celebrate, welcome and educate.
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UMF kicks off free outdoor Summer Concert Series
The University of Maine at Farmington plans to kick off an outdoor Summer Concert Series that will feature free, live music in June, July and August on the lawn of the Emery Community Arts Center on Academy Street. All concerts are set to begin at 7 p.m. and are open to the public. Audience members […]