Federal authorities say a Maine man ostensibly selling medical marijuana made millions with co-conspirators in illicit sales.
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School staffing shortages persist, worsened by rising COVID-19 cases
With few substitute teachers or bus drivers to fill in for absent and quarantined staff, school employees from administrators to custodians are stepping up to help. Sometimes, it’s not enough.
Wilson Scholars Program names fall student researchers
The University of Maine at Farmington Michael Wilson Scholars Program has named six outstanding student researchers as Wilson Scholars for this fall. Established in 2006, the selective program directly connects students with faculty mentors to promote the highest level of scholarship as students explore dynamic local, national and international research topics. This semester’s Wilson Scholars […]
Farmington Grange seeks crafters for holiday fairs
Farmington Grange seeks crafters for a series of holiday fairs. The fairs are scheduled for noon to 3 p.m. Saturdays, Nov. 20, Dec. 4 and Dec. 18, at the 124 Bridge St. grange hall. Tables are available for a fee. Refreshments will be available for a donation. Vendors wishing to rent space should call a […]
Farmington board authorizes changes to High Street renovation project
Another 580 feet of sidewalk and six more streetlights were added to the first phase of the project, removing the need for a second bid process.
Farmington man agrees to serve shortened sentence and forfeit assets in federal pot bust
Randal Cousineau, who pleaded guilty to growing and selling marijuana illegally, agreed to a sentence of up to 63 months in prison.
Volunteers, donations needed for free Christmas dinner
The 3C Society will be offering a free take-out style dinner from 12-12:30 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 25, at the Harnden Masonic Lodge in Wilton.
New solar project in Farmington approved, changes to another denied
Once operational, the Clearwater Solar Partners project will provide a number of environmental benefits and the electrical power produced will be used locally.
East Wilton masonic group offers pickup/takeout meal
EAST WILTON — The Masonic Group at the Harland M. Harnden Masonic Building at 70 Bryant Road plans to host a public pickup/takeout meatloaf meal with pumpkin pie from 5 to 6 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 20. Organizers request that meal reservations be made by 5 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 18. The cost is $9 for adults […]
Farmington arts center to host ‘Animation Show of Shows’
FARMINGTON — The University of Maine at Farmington’s Emery Community Arts Center plans to show the 21st annual “Animation Show of Shows.” This traveling selection features 10 of the “best of the best” of the year’s animated short films, created by students and professionals around the world. These original works will be screened at the […]