New Fire Chief Tim “T.D.” Hardy was named interim chief of the Farmington Fire Rescue Department in December, has served on it for 25 years.
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Summer Fest buzzes with kid-friendly activities
Meetinghouse Park in Farmington was a beehive of activity thanks to the many activities available for children to enjoy during Summer Fest.
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Extension welcomes two new staff
One position was filled this week, the other last December after long-time employees retired.
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Survey on substance use disorder, harm reduction services launched
The Healthy Community Coalition of the Greater Franklin County Area is conducting a survey to gauge the community’s understanding of the substance use disorder crisis and harm reduction services. The survey will shape how HCC offers harm reduction services to the local community.
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Farmington starts process of replacing firetruck
Expected delivery of the new truck would be 16 months after it is ordered.
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Farmington area schools superintendent and board address director’s political comment
A new member of Regional School Unit 9’s board of directors recently made a comment praising the Supreme Court’s decision on abortion rights during the board’s ‘Good News Stories’ meeting segment.
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Highbush blueberries are ready to pick
Blueberries may be ripening earlier than usual due to lack of rain in the region.
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Farmington raises rate for septage
Selectmen approved increasing the septage receiving rate from $85 to $175 per 1,000 gallons of septage.
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New businesses coming to ‘green block’ in Wilton
Owners Eric and Nicki Girard bought the building about a year ago. Nicki will be opening a furniture shop in the former gym space and Vera’s Iron and Vine will be relocating there.