ORONO – The University of Maine Cooperative Extension welcomes anyone who owns or cares for equines to participate in the virtual Summer Equine Speaker Series. Three events, all of which will start at 6 p.m., will be held on the following days: July 11: Alicia Harlov from the Humble Hoof Rehabilitation Center and podcast will […]
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Movie Review: ‘The Garfield Movie’
“Garfield and Friends,” based on comic strips by Jim Davis, was one of my favorite cartoons growing up. With all due respect to the show’s talented writers and other voice actors, the best thing about the show was Lorenzo Music’s performance as the title tabby. Music’s voice, which somehow always sounded like a yawn, was […]
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Farmington officials to discuss potential issues to address at Franklin County strategic planning meeting
Farmington officials want to make sure fire service and other issues are presented during a county strategic plan meeting on June 25.
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Phillips-based school district budget passes
Kingfield voters support MSAD 58 budget and approved zoning changes to allow two apartment buildings in town.
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Students at Wilton school learn about loons through FOWL presentation
Friends of Wilson Lake presenters visited Academy Hill School.
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Therapy dog is a good distraction, stress reducer for students at Mt. Blue High School in Farmington
Dr. Patricia Millette, a science teacher at Mt. Blue High School brings her therapy dog Tilly to school once a week.
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ATV trail at Mt. Blue State Park in Weld closed indefinitely as storm damages make it unsafe for riding
The trails will not open this summer, will be closed indefinitely in part due to lack of use.
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Mt. Abram High School celebrates graduation for Class of 2024
Mt. Abram High School celebrated the graduation of the Class of 2024 with over 500 attendees, honoring the achievements of its students and the strong community support behind them.
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Kingfield selectmen greenlight $493,294 fire truck acquisition
The Kingfield Select Board voted to purchase a new $493,294 fire truck, utilizing a combination of reserve funds and a lease/purchase agreement.
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Local students dazzle at ‘Magic on the Menu’ in Rumford
Nine young magicians from The School of Magic and Showmanship captivated the audience at the 49 Franklin Reception Hall and Mystic Theater with a spellbinding “Magic on the Menu” dinner show, under the guidance of founder Scot Grassette.