Denise Acritelli, a teacher at Spruce Mountain Middle School in Jay, was named Teacher of the Year for VFW District 9 and the state’s overall winner.
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Franklin County arrest log: Jan. 31 – Feb. 1, 2024
Arrests listed from Jan. 31 through Feb. 1, 2024.
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Farmington to replace plow truck damaged in December storm
The Wastewater/Sewer Department lost two plow trucks and a skid steer in the December 2023 flood.
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Operation Christmas Child very successful
To the Editor: Generosity throughout Farmington contributed to a successful shoebox gift collection season at drop-off locations for the Samaritan’s Purse project Operation Christmas Child. Across the U.S., the project collected 10 million shoebox gifts in 2023. Combined with those collected from partnering countries in 2023, the ministry is now sending over 11.3 million shoebox […]
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Farmington Rotary caring about community
FARMINGTON — The second in a series of articles spotlighting members of the Farmington Rotary Club Kym Recco has been a Rotarian for six years carrying on the tradition of “service above self” for a third generation. As I interviewed Kym it was clear that she has a passion for community, and Maine, like the […]
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Author talk, signing with Ryan Brod
FARMINGTON — The Farmington Public Library is pleased to announce an author reading and book signing event featuring Maine author Ryan Brod. Brod will be discussing his book Tributaries: Essays from Woods and Waters on February 14 at 6 p.m. Books will be for sale at the event courtesy of Devaney, Doak, and Garrett Booksellers. […]
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Maine teen athletes shine at Youth Olympic Games
GANGWON, SOUTH KOREA – In a dazzling display of talent and determination, three student-athletes from Carrabassett Valley Academy in Maine made their mark at the Youth Olympic Games held in Gangwon, South Korea. Representing the state of Maine with skill and pride, these young competitors showcased their talent on the international stage. All three athletes […]
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Mr. Magic program rescheduled
CARRABASSETT VALLEY — Carrabassett Valley Public Library & Community Center has rescheduled the Mr. Magic program for Saturday, Feb. 10 at 3 p.m. A comedy magician that will amaze, amuse and wow the audience with amazing magic, illusions and magic of the mind! A high energy interactive comedic style show you don’t want to miss! […]
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Pets of the Week
Franklin County Animal Shelter, is located at 550 Industry Road in Farmington. The shelter’s lobby, kitten, and available adult cat rooms are open to the public Monday to Saturday, Noon to 4 p.m., and they are performing dog adoptions by appointment. Please call us at 207-778-2638 during our office hours to schedule. We’d love to […]
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Dean’s List
UNE STATE — The following students have been named to the Dean’s List for the 2023 fall semester at the University of New England. Dean’s List students have attained a grade point average of 3.3 or better out of a possible 4.0 at the end of the semester. Carrabassett Valley – William DeFroscia Farmington – […]