STATE — Maine, the most forested state in the U.S., averages 650 wildfires that burn about 550 acres annually. Most are human caused. The Maine Forest Service [MFS] has been working with local communities and homeowners to help reduce the risk of wildfire since the early 2000s. Around 79 percent of homes in Maine are […]
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RSU 9 holds public hearing on Holman Mission House
Superintendent Christian Elkington engaged with several members of the public while discussing the purchase and use of the Holman Mission House in Farmington on Tuesday, Oct. 25.
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RSU 9 referendum voting hours and locations
On Tuesday, Nov. 7, the ten towns that send their children to the Regional School Unit 9 district will vote on the purchase-lease agreement for Holman Mission House in Farmington.
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Schools, businesses close Thursday after Lewiston shootings
With person of interest Robert Card still at large, many local schools and businesses closed Thursday, Oct. 26, out of an abundance of caution.
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“As long as the stories live, our spirits live”: University of Maine at Farmington holds panel discussion on Wabanaki struggles
As part of Indigenous Peoples Week, University of Maine at Farmington held a panel discussion Oct. 16 on the Wabanaki’s current political struggles, the journey to date to assert sovereignty and efforts by others along the way.
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Journalism award won by staff writer
Staff writer Pam Harnden won first place for a health story in the Maine Press Association 2023 Better Newspaper Contest.
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Wilton continues interviews for town manager
Current Town Manager Perry Ellsworth confirmed on Tuesday the town is still in the interview process for the position of town manager.
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Farmington insurance rate increases explained
Farmington’s insurance rate increase is on the lower end among the approximately 100 municipalities covered by Kyes Insurance, according to President Flint Christie.
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New dentist office hits Wilton
Opened on Monday, Oct. 2, Western Mountain Dentistry is looking to become a staple of the community helmed by a UMF graduate.