The Squires of Katahdin, a student team from Wilton competed at the Maine First Lego League Challenge State Championship held Feb. 3 in Brewer and won championship finalist award.
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Flooded Farmington businesses moving forward after December 2023 storm, flooding
Businesses along stretches of Main Street and Wilton Road where flooding took place during the December 2023 storm have experienced a wide array of damages and possible re-opening plans.
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Farmington Farmers Union reports another historic year for 2023
At the annual meeting on Tuesday, Feb. 6, the Farmington Farmers Union revealed a record high 19% in trade allowances for shareholders.
Posted inSchools and Education
Mt. Blue Boosters in Farmington ‘frustrated’ with district directors
Director Rich Ruhlin told the RSU 9 board of directors on Tuesday, Feb. 13, the Mt. Blue Boosters are frustrated with the board over a lack of clarity with the fundraising efforts.
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Franklin Memorial Hospital in Farmington clears up confusion on critical access hospital status
Barbara Sergio, president of Franklin Community Health Network, cleared up some misinformation for the Wilton Board of Selectpersons and town residents at the Select Board meeting on Tuesday, Feb. 6.
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A stranger’s concern drives him to great lengths, saving a Mercer man’s life
Discovery of a brain tumor, unknown connections and a feel good story have resulted from one stranger’s concern for someone he didn’t know.
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Consolidated Communication picks up Maine Connectivity Authority grant
Brian Lippold of Casco Bay Advisors, LLC confirmed with the Wilton select board on Tuesday, Feb. 6, that Consolidated Communication had picked up the MCA grant.
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Local band Goblins and more to play West Farmington Grange
Beware, Farmington, things are going to get loud on Saturday, Feb. 3, when local metal trio Goblins are joined with Dragged by Chains and others in an effort to promote local music.
Posted inSports
Mt. Blue senior scores his 1,000th career point in basketball
Evans Sterling, a senior at Mt. Blue, scored his thousandth point against Messalonskee in Oakland on Tuesday, Jan 22.
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Rustic Roots Farm expands, adds New Sharon facility
Everything on the menu in the restaurant portion features local farms with every dish having something from Franklin County in it, according to the owner.