The American Legion is hosting a community resource fair at Roderick-Crosby American Legion Post 28 on Oct. 11.
Franklin Journal
Best greater Franklin County businesses chosen in first Readers’ Choice event
More than 7,800 readers voted for winners in 42 categories in the first Maine Trust for Local News Readers’ Choice program.
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.
Farmington tax commitment isn’t set, taxes to be due later than expected
The tax commitment has not been set, due date must be 45 days after commitment is made.
RSU 9 principals discuss community school initiatives, playground expansion, and staffing challenges
At the Sept. 24 RSU 9 board of directors meeting, principals highlighted new opportunities for students, recent improvements, and ongoing challenges, including substitute shortages and playground expansions.
‘Women are veterans too’: Veterans tell their stories at Women Veteran’s Luncheon in Farmington
Veterans shared stories, history, discussed inequalities at the Honoring Women Veteran’s Luncheon.
One Farmington department head retires, another leaving to take job with state
Wastewater/Sewer Superintendent Stephen Millett’s is retiring Sept. 27 while Parks and Recreation Director Matthew Foster will be leaving Oct. 18 after accepting a position with Bureau of Parks and Lands.
Kingfield Select Board delays culvert plan after cost estimate increases
The Kingfield Select Board decided to delay fixing the culvert on Lander Steam until next year, following concerns about downsizing and budget constraints discussed during their Sept. 17 meeting.
Enthusiastic entries shine despite small turnout at 4-H Dairy Goat Show at Farmington Fair
4H goat show was held Sept. 20 at the Farmington Fair in Farmington.
New Vineyard stops charging for Transfer Station stickers after realizing it breaks ordinance
Board of Selectmen make a decision on Transfer Station stickers, updates on remodeling and Planning Board.