Avesta Housing opened Edgewater Village, a new 25-unit affordable housing community for residents ages 55 and older in Farmington.
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High Peaks Alliance expands outreach, events and conservation efforts
The High Peaks Alliance announced upcoming community events, grant funding and ongoing conservation work across western Maine, highlighting opportunities for public involvement and land protection.
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Greater Franklin Food Council outlines 2026 initiatives to expand food access
Educational programs, agricultural workshops and community food events will be offered throughout the year.
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Mt. Blue honors 2025 Athletics Hall of Fame class
Mt. Blue High School recognized athletes, a coach, contributors and a team during its fourth annual induction ceremony.
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Families connect at Children’s Festival in Farmington
The Franklin County Children’s Task Force festival brought hundreds to the Mt. Blue Campus for free activities, hands-on learning and a live animal demonstration.
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Do you cribbage? How about bingo? Well, you can join a growing crowd drawn to these popular games.
We’ve put together a roundup of recurring bingo and cribbage games across the Jay, Livermore Falls, Farmington and Rangeley region.
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How to play it safe on snow days in Maine
With snowstorms expected to bring school closures, families can make the most of a snow day by knowing how to build better snowballs and snowmen, choosing the right sleds, and dressing properly for cold conditions.
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Maine eFiling expands as new court rules and vendor terms take effect
Maine’s electronic court system is expanding, requiring users to accept a private vendor agreement as new judicial rules governing eFiling begin.
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Farmington to look further into proposal to lower cannabis license fees
Farmington officials said they will review more details of a proposed warrant article before deciding whether to put it before voters.
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UMF arts center opens semester with ‘Spaces Places Traces’ exhibit
The Emery Community Arts Center at the University of Maine at Farmington is opening the semester with ‘Spaces Places Traces,’ a mixed-media exhibit featuring work by 10 New England artists.