The Budget Advisory Committee will meet at 4:30 p.m. Wednesday at the Franklin County Courthouse at 140 Main St. in Farmington.
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Marijuana plants burned in Wilton warehouse fire
The fire damaged a warehouse where several legal marijuana grow operations were located.
Digital literacy educator emphasizes curiosity, connection in rural tech support
Michael Burd helps rural Mainers overcome fear and gain confidence using technology through hands-on support and community-based programs.
Farmington board supports another bottle redemption center
Gayle Hutchins and her husband had already built a facility before learning of state regulations limiting the number of bottle redemption centers a town can have based on its population.
RSU 9 celebrates staff, students and cultural exchange success
RSU 9 board members honored outstanding staff and students while highlighting a renewed cultural exchange and district-wide achievements.
State’s child welfare office in Lewiston hit hard by staffing issues
New district offices opening in Farmington and possibly Rumford are aimed at relieving burden on caseworker retention.
Meet the two women behind Farmington’s bustling parks and rec programs
Face time: Jennifer Savage of Chesterville and Michelle Dowd of Farmington bring their strengths and experiences to the department’s many tasks.
Four Livermore Falls men sentenced in Farmington kidnapping and robbery
Sentences for Jeromy Merchant, Joshua Soucy, Xavior Merchant and Troy Hampton ranged from 10 and 25 years, with some of that time suspended.
RSU 9 reviews budget, technology plans and public petition response
The board for the Farmington-region district reviewed its proposed budget, discussed technology updates and heard public concerns about a recent petition.
Farmington selectmen approve $1.27 million sewer budget, up $49,719
The sewer budget includes $35,000 for a new boiler at the treatment facility and salary/wage adjustments to align with other departments.