“Novocaine” stars Jack Quaid as Nathan Caine, a man with a condition that makes him unable to feel pain. This is an action movie, and it sounds like a man who can’t feel pain would fit right into the role of action hero, right? Actually, no. Caine’s condition is just terribly inconvenient in his everyday […]
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Wilton selects Minot company to replace water transmission line
The lowest bidder of five was Pratt & Sons of Minot at nearly $7.8 million.
Summerfest to be called Molly Ockett Day again
The annual festival had been renamed Summerfest in 2020 after fifty years as Molly Ockett Day.
Buckfield to explore financial impact of leaving Western Foothills school district
The Select Board will name an ad hoc committee to see if it is economically feasible to reestablish a district with Hartford and Sumner.
Border patrol detains 16 migrants at Franklin, Somerset jails
Sixteen migrants in Franklin County were detained this week by U.S. Customs and Border Protection, according to booking logs.
RSU 9 superintendent reviews budget, cybersecurity
The RSU 9 board of directors discussed the district’s budget, cybersecurity risks, and the upcoming Wilton bridge closure at its March 11 meeting.
Farmington board learns of downtown improvements
The process began last November with work expected to begin in spring 2026, be completed in 2027.
Mt. Blue nutrition director warns of federal funding cuts
Cuts to nutrition funding will limit the district’s ability to buy food from local producers, Andrew Hutchins said at the Regional School Unit 9 board meeting March 11.
Farmington officials explain proposed budget, up 3.0% from 2024
The proposed municipal budget for 2025 is $9.31 million, up $275,255 over the current spending plan.
Newry Appeals Board sends Timberline condominium plans back to Planning Board
Plans for the proposed project at 9 Timberline Drive near Sunday River Ski Resort were criticized for “inadequate information.”