The University of Maine System board of trustees approved key infrastructure improvements at UMaine Farmington while engaging in a lengthy discussion about addressing Maine’s teacher shortage through programs like the New Teacher Academy.
Franklin Journal
Posted inNews, Schools and Education
Behavior issues seen earlier this year at Spruce Mountain Elementary School in Jay
Last year the first student suspended from Spruce Mountain Elementary school occurred on Oct. 2; this year seven students had been suspended by Sept. 26.
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Posted inCommunity, Local Government, News
Phillips-based school district supports hiring school resource officer
Franklin County Sheriff’s Office presents information on hiring and cost of an officer.
Posted inHealth, Maine
Driver thrown from street sweeper in crash with tractor-trailer in Coplin Plantation
Further information on the victim’s condition was not available.
Posted inNews
With commitment not set, Farmington taxes will be due later than expected
The date taxes are to be paid must be 45 days after the tax commitment is made.
Posted inNews
New Vineyard stops charging for Transfer Station stickers after realizing it violates ordinance
The $50 annual permit fee has been in place for 10-15 years.
Posted inLife & Culture, Uncategorized
Chesterville woman still dancing, singing at almost 100 years young
A country music ‘picking party’ was held at Besson’s home where she sang, danced and played the spoons.
Posted inMaine, News
Photos: Farmington Fair opens to great weather, with much to see and do
The 183rd edition of Farmington Fair opened Sunday.
Posted inBusiness, News
ConvenientMD medical facility approved in Farmington
Mike d’Hemecourt, developer at Harborlight Properties of Portland, said the plan is to start building as soon as possible in the spring and finish by the end of the year.
Posted inBusiness, Local Government, Maine, News
Two Farmington businesses support Police Department’s active shooter training
Franklin Savings Bank donated $2,000 and Kyes Insurance chipped in $1,641 to cover costs for active shooter training held earlier this year in Farmington.