UMF biology professor Dr. Timothy Breton has assembled his team of research assistants to help him with a three-year research project.
Brian Ponce
Brian Ponce is a staff writer for the Franklin Journal, as well as the Livermore Falls Advertiser and the Sun Journal. Prior to joining the Sun Media team, he worked across many different industries ranging from warehouses to restaurants while pursuing his passion for writing on the side. Brian graduated from California State University in San Bernardino, California, with a B.A. in English with a focus on creative writing. Afterward, he performed freelance work documenting local musicians and their music in the High Desert of San Bernardino County. When he is not searching for a story, Brian can typically be found in his native habitat, a comic book shop, researching taco recipes and meandering.
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Jumpin’ Jamz grand opening set for Oct. 4
Jumpin’ Jamz, a new early childhood development program for babies and toddlers, is making its way to Farmington for a grand opening on Wednesday, Oct. 4.
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Hope Fund’s monthly deadline set for Sept. 21
The monthly deadline for the Hope Fund, a program that helps kids with their extracurricular activities, is set for Sept. 21.
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United Way welcomes Shane Cote to the board
Farmington Deputy Chief Shane Cote has joined the United Way of the Tri-Valley Area board of directors
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Mt. Blue High School aims to reduce absenteeism
Mt. Blue High School Interim Principal Joel Smith told the RSU 9 board of directors he hopes to reduce the rate of absenteeism during this school year by 3% on Tuesday, Sept. 12.
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UMF presents ‘Juxtapose’
The University of Maine Farmington began the new academic year with a collection of the visually and conceptually diverse art pieces from the art faculty.
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Wilton seeking volunteers for town manager hiring committee
The Wilton Town Office is reaching out to the community to find volunteers for a hiring committee for the position of town manager.
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Wilton approves licenses for 4 cannabis grow operations
Several cannabis grow operations in Wilton were given licenses to continue their growth under strict conditions on Tuesday, Sept. 5.