The Independence Day fireworks display is scheduled for dusk Friday, followed by a parade at 10 a.m. Saturday.
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Mt. Blue tech plan flags gaps in social media oversight
Regional School Unit 9 is reviewing social media procedures as its draft technology plan says district communication lacks a unified framework.
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Farmington hospital launches addiction medicine program
MaineHealth Franklin Hospital has launched a new outpatient addiction medicine program to expand coordinated treatment for substance use disorders and related conditions.
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New Sharon school eyes new program to aid critical student needs
A proposed Cape Cod Hill Community School program would use $50,000 to help students and families with food, clothing, winter gear, emergency support and seasonal needs.
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Farmington schools’ tech plan to guide cybersecurity, AI rules
Regional School Unit 9’s new 10-year technology plan will guide cybersecurity, student and staff access, classroom technology, artificial intelligence and future budget planning.
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Farmington approves $253K contract for new skate park
The town has $215,000 committed and will seek $38,250 more to build the long-planned facility.
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Farmington-area schools report fewer chronically absent homeless students
Regional School Unit 9 identified 61 students who are homeless under federal rules.
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Farmington fiscal-year shift strengthens cash flow
The new budget cycle has kept more cash available ahead of major county, school and vendor expenses, Town Manager Erica LaCroix said.
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Farmington weighs community solar outreach proposal
The Select Board considers whether the town should work with a company seeking to enroll local residents in a Penobscot-area solar project.
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Farmington schools on deadline to fill open music teacher jobs
RSU 9 may shift open music positions to other certified teaching areas if qualified candidates are not found by July 10.