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Programs protect, new documentary promotes Wilson Lake

by Pam Harnden July 20, 2023July 21, 2023

The courtesy boat inspection program prevents invasive water plants and other unwanted things from entering Wilson Lake while a new documentary will showcase the importance of the lake’s environmental impact, the economic significance it can have for the town and its cultural aspects.

Maine, Uncategorized

Rumford-based taxi service expands into Farmington

by Brian Ponce July 20, 2023July 21, 2023

Mom’s Taxi, which is based in Rumford, is looking to fill a hole left by other services that have gone out of business.

Community

Farmington area United Way seeks backpack applications

July 20, 2023July 19, 2023

FARMINGTON — United Way of the Tri-Valley Area is accepting backpack applications for this fall. Families who live or attend school in Franklin County, Livermore or Livermore Falls and need help getting children ready for school should visit uwtva.org to check the eligibility guidelines and complete an application. The deadline for applications is Wednesday, Aug. […]

Schools and Education

RSU 9 gets an exercise in social and emotional learning

by Brian Ponce July 18, 2023July 18, 2023

The RSU 9 board of directors got a taste of how kids are being taught social and emotional learning among select classrooms in their district on Tuesday, July 11.

Maine

Livestock producers from Franklin County have never seen a year like this

by Pam Harnden July 13, 2023July 13, 2023

Incessant rain is taking a serious toll on dairy and beef producers in the region.

Community

Farmington Summer Fest set for July 22

by Pam Harnden July 13, 2023July 13, 2023

Activities will take place on Broadway, in Meetinghouse Park and other locations throughout Farmington.

Maine

Farmington approves Fire Rescue requests

by Pam Harnden July 13, 2023July 13, 2023

Selectmen approved putting out bids to get pricing to replace the department’s Ford F-150 which has significant rust damage and mechanical issues, will not pass
inspection without significant repairs.

Schools and Education

RSU 9 names new chairperson

by Brian Ponce July 13, 2023July 13, 2023

Director Gwen Doak of Wilton will also be replacing Debbie Smith of Weld as vice chair following the Regional School Unit 9 board of directors vote on Tuesday, July 11.