FARMINGTON — Mt. Blue Middle School honor roll for first quarter. Grade 6 – High Honors::Ryan Atwood, Zachary Ball, Lucy Bobson, Hadley Casey, Caitlynn Cassidy, Amara Caton, James Civiello, Finley Clark, Oliver Cormier, Ava Davis, Stephen Davis, Nicholas DeMarco, Molly Drake, Elsa Feegel, Brynne Fournier, Jace Goodrow, Riley Hall, Allysa Heintz, Brianna Hill, Lily Jackson, […]
2020
Better safe than sorry when it comes to potential COVID exposure
DEAR DR. ROACH: I am scheduled to play tennis with my friend tonight. His son tested positive for COVID-19 and is symptomatic as of yesterday. He has not seen his son for at least one week before the diagnosis. Is my friend safe, and would it therefore be safe for me to play tennis with […]
Aries: An investment will change the way you live
CELEBRITIES BORN ON THIS DAY: Alison Pill, 35; Jaleel White, 44; Fisher Stevens, 57; Kathryn Bigelow, 69. Happy Birthday: Pay attention to detail, and be prepared to make adjustments as you move forward this year. How you build your future will determine your success. You’ll have plenty of chances to gain ground if you are […]
Pet of the week
The Franklin County Animal Shelter, located at 550 Industry Rd, Farmington has no cats or kitten available for adoption at this time. Charlie is their Dog of the Week! Charlie is a three year old male Pitbull Terrier mix. He has this to say: “Hi! My name is Charlie. I am a big goofball who loves […]
FMH safety survey finds no deficiencies in infection prevention
FARMINGTON — 19 members of the hospital’s care team have tested positive for the coronavirus. The positive cases are not thought to pose a significant risk to patients as hospital staff has been consistent in the use of protective equipment shown to minimize transmission. Farmington, Maine – Medical leaders at Franklin Memorial Hospital (FMH) are […]
Gift of Christmas cookies is more curse than blessing
DEAR ABBY: Every year for the last 15 years or so, my husband’s sister has sent us a huge box of homemade cookies for Christmas. My husband is from a large family, and she does this for each family. I know it involves a great deal of time and effort on her part, and she […]
United Way presents Deck the Halls
REGION — Join United Way in celebrating the holidays this year! Since it seems like the community is ready and raring to go this holiday season, we thought we’d add a little CA$H and COMPETITION for the best decorated house or business! What could possibly go wrong with that? For a nominal entrance fee, you […]
Scouts are prepared during pandemic
REGION — Covid-19 has changed the way society has operated this year. Governments and businesses have altered operating practices and new rules have been put in place to keep everyone safe. The same is true for the programs of Scouting. “The Scout motto is ‘Be Prepared’,” said Kennebec Valley District Chair Kelly Pillsbury. “Scouts are […]
Bright outlook, new building at Franklin County Adult Ed
FARMINGTON — The staff at Franklin County Adult Education (FCAE) have a lot to be thankful for this season. The school year started off with new Director Nancy Allen who happily took on the challenge of working with an unfamiliar staff and larger territory, but also faced some obstacles that the pandemic quickly shed light […]
Reconstruction planned for High Street in Farmington
The two-year project will begin spring 2021 and include speed tables and streetlights similar to those installed on Front Street.