Farmington-area kids’ handmade Christmas gifts come from the heart
From goat’s milk soap to yarn trees, the thoughtful gifts were going to family members for Christmas.
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Farmington-based schools seek AI collaboration, launch new health portal
A proposed partnership with UMF would expand artificial intelligence learning, Superintendent Christian Elkington said.
New Sharon man to serve 3 years for terrorizing former girlfriend with a rifle
James Oakes, 45, pleaded guilty in November to several charges for his violent actions after his ex-girlfriend said she was ending their relationship.
Western Maine food pantries expand support as winter approaches
Food pantries across Franklin County are offering expanded hours, free meals and low-barrier access to help residents meet rising food needs.
From a Maine turkey farm to Thanksgiving tables
Pine Tree Poultry in New Sharon has raised turkeys for the past decade.
Electrical fire destroys lodge, store and residential spaces in Farmington
A cat died and four people were displaced Sunday at the Troll Valley Campground off Red Schoolhouse Road.
Late push gives Winthrop football win over Mt. Blue
Ross Fichthorn’s fourth-quarter touchdown is the difference as the Ramblers beat the Cougars in a Class B/D crossover.
No one injured in school bus collision in New Sharon
Parents were notified that the 14 students from Cape Cod Hill School in New Sharon were OK.
Farmington board decreases valuation on former Ingalls school
The owner says the assessment is still too high and is planning to appeal.
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Kingfield Cares working on plans for withdrawal from school district
The Kingfield Cares School Options Committee is developing a draft school withdrawal plan using Maine Department of Education guidance and plans to share it once more details are finalized.
12 ways to get the most enjoyment out of Maine this winter
Events include festivals and Maine Maple Sunday weekend.
As skijoring grows in Maine, locals say it’s all about the partnership
From dog-powered trail runs to horse-drawn fairground races, skijoring is taking shape in western and central Maine as a winter sport built on preparation, shared access and control on snow.
Hiking with a dog this winter? Here’s what you need to know.
As winter continues and spring approaches, dog owners can enjoy Maine trails safely by planning ahead and following basic trail etiquette.
UMaine-Farmington men’s basketball enjoying turnaround
The Beavers are 11-3 this season with 3 players among the leaders in Division III statistical categories.
Farmington vigil mourns Minneapolis mother killed by ICE agent
More than 30 people gathered under the Meetinghouse Park gazebo to honor Renee Good, who was shot and killed Wednesday.
Meet the finalists for 2025 Gaziano football lineman awards
Winners of the awards, given annually to the top senior offensive and defensive linemen in the state, will be announced Jan. 23.
Phillips-based schools weigh new district model as withdrawal talks continue
Superintendent Laura Columbia said withdrawal updates are moving slow while a new pre-K to grade 12 model is considered.
Wilton fills school board seat following Mayhew’s death
Angie LeClaire will be the interim RSU 9 board member until the June elections.
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