FARMINGTON — The University of Maine Cooperative Extension will offer an apple tree pruning workshop from 10 a.m.-noon on March 16 at Morrison Hill Orchard, 272 Morrison Hill Road in Farmington. The workshop is open to all apple growers and will provide valuable information on pruning techniques for optimal tree growth and fruit production. Led by Nick Rowley and Bella Russo from the UMaine Extension, along […]
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SeniorsPlus lists March classes, groups
REGION — Franklin County Walk-in Tech Assistance Date: Tuesdays Time: 10 a.m.–noon Facilitator: Paul Haberstroh Location: SeniorsPlus Wilton Need assistance with a device like a phone, tablet, or laptop? Do you need assistance with email or zoom? Paul Haberstroh, Computer Connections Teacher of Franklin County Adult and Community Education, will be here to help. Loose Ends Knitting […]
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Movie Review: ‘Demon Slayer: Kimetsu No Yaiba – To the Hashira Training’
NOTE: This Japanese film is available in both “subbed” and “dubbed” versions. This review is based on the “subbed” version – Japanese spoken with English subtitles. Before “Hashira Training,” my exposure to the “Demon Slayer” anime series was limited to the 2020 film “Mugen Train.” Well, that and all the cosplayers I see every day […]
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Mexico tech school accepts $2.3 million bid for constructing welding building
The work must be completed by December to comply with a finance agreement.
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Dina Walker retains seat on Weld Select Board
In the Weld municipal elections Tuesday, there was only one contested race.
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Some events canceled for Farmington’s Fire and Ice Festival on Saturday
Lack of snow forced cancellation of some events planned for the Farmington Fire and Ice Festival Saturday.
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No contested races in Chesterville elections March 15
One Select Board candidate recently withdrew, Town Clerk Melissa “Missy” Letarte said.
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Weld voters to consider bridge replacement, moratorium Saturday
In addition to budget decisions, voters will consider replacement of a bridge on Temple Road, a moratorium on solar and large commercial structures, and a food sovereignty ordinance.
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Wilton sets 2024 town meeting for June 17
The Wilton Board of Selectpersons voted Tuesday to have the annual town meeting June 17. Time and location are to be determined.
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Industry election, town meeting slated for Saturday
The town of Industry will be holding the election and annual town meeting Saturday with voting slated from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. and the town meeting at 2 p.m.