The University of Maine at Farmington’s Visiting Writers Series will open the new academic year with a reading by poet and author Camille T. Dungy. Dungy will read from her work at 7:30 p.m. Thursday, Sept. 19, in The Landing in the Olsen Student Center, South Street in Farmingon. Dungy’s debut collection of personal essays […]
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Farmington police chief is new president of Maine chiefs association
Chief Jack Peck Jr. is the first chief from Franklin County to serve in the position.
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The Rev. Paul Dumais nominated for National Lumen Christi Award
FARMINGTON — The Rev. Paul Dumais has been named one of 49 nominees from across the country for the 2019-20 Lumen Christi Award, an annual honor given by Catholic Extension to an individual or group who demonstrates how the power of faith can transform lives and communities. Dumais is the pastor of St. Joseph Parish […]
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UMF student accused of sexual misconduct sues UMaine System, claims gender bias
He says he was denied due process when he was suspended without a hearing.
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Countdown to the 179th Farmington Fair is on
The Franklin County Agricultural Society is putting the finishing touches on the fairgrounds in preparation for the 179th Farmington Fair, which opens Sunday, Sept. 15, and runs until Saturday, Sept. 21. The work to put the fair on begins each spring and lasts several weeks after the fair closes.
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Farmington board approves money to repair firetruck
Selectmen agree to use up to $50,000 from a reserve account will be used for Engine 2.
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Police still searching for clues in 48-year-old murder of Judith Hand
Judith Hand disappeared Sept. 10, 1971, while walking in Farmington. Her body was found 13 days later, and police still are looking for suspects.
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Farmington Public Works director pleads guilty to assault charges
Philip Hutchins of Jay entered into an agreement that delays sentencing for two years on domestic violence assault charges.
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Five Questions: UMF president Edward Serna
The president of the University of Maine at Farmington talks about the importance of communication in leadership.
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Farmer concerned as Sandy River takes away cropland
David Pike of Farmington has lost farmland and fears losing more as the river changes course.