The contribution was made by retired UMF Police Chief Robert Harper of Farmington.
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RSU 9 meeting highlights growth, trends and perspectives on homeschooling
RSU 9 Superintendent Christian Elkington highlighted the district’s large homeschool population, its financial impact, and the values driving families to choose homeschooling during the Jan. 14 board meeting.
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Cascade Brook School recognized by BARR and MDOE
At the RSU 9 board of directors meeting on Jan. 28, Cascade Brook School Principal Dr. Nichole Goodspeed announced the school’s recognition by BARR and MDOE, while Superintendent Christian Elkington provided an update on a recent PowerSchool data breach.
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Vietnam Veterans Memorial replica coming to Farmington
Between 250 and 300 volunteers will be needed while the traveling memorial is in Farmington July 1 through 6 and $22,000 more must be raised to cover insurance, transportation and other fees.
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CCHS principal updates board on recent activities, programs
Cape Cod Hill School Principal Carol Kiesman updated the RSU 9 board on Jan. 14, highlighting festive student activities, a heartwarming act of kindness during recess, an excellent music concert, and the positive impact of the BARR and regulated classroom programs.
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True stories, tall tales bring laughter and community to PACC
Former legislator Tom Saviello recounted the humorous and contentious journey of passing a deposit law on miniature liquor bottles, including colorful anecdotes and a framed protest nip bottle from then-Governor Paul LePage.
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National fire association lists safety tips for use, disposal of lithium-ion batteries
A fire that gutted a house at 10 Franklin St. in Livermore Falls was caused by lithium-ion battery pack used for remote control cars, Livermore Falls Fire Chief Nathan Guptill said.
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Lithium-ion battery pack causes fire that guts house in Livermore Falls
About 50 firefighters from several departments responded to help extinguish the fire that was reported just before 8 p.m. Wednesday.
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Farmington sled dog races planned for March 1-2
The Maine State Championship Races are a two-day event with combined totals determining winners.
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Cribbage NEW SHARON — Franklin Lodge #123, located on Route 2 in New Sharon will hold a Cribbage Tournament on Feb. 6, starting at 6 p.m. There is a $5 entry fee and light refreshments will be provided. Suppers JAY — The Feb. menu for Frank L. Mitchell VFW Post 3335, located at 64 Jewell […]