RSU 9 targets absenteeism, behavior with classroom changes
Rising absenteeism and dysregulation are driving expanded classroom supports at Cape Cod Hill.
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New Sharon school seeing improvements, but still facing funding strain
Cape Cod Hill Community School is using a community school model to support students and families through academics, child care and basic-needs services, but long-term funding remains a challenge.
Farmington school district giving support to 52 homeless students this year
Amanda Clark updated the Regional School Unit 9 board of directors on students who have been identified as experiencing homelessness or housing instability as of March 4.
Farmington-area schools agree to accept Strong, Kingfield students if needed
Superintendent Christian Elkington told the RSU 9 board that if MSAD 58 breaks up, the district is prepared to take in high school students through a tuition agreement.
Foster Tech programs expand apprenticeships, career pathways
Foster Career and Technical Education Center and Mt. Blue High School reported student achievements in apprenticeships, career training and workforce readiness programs.
New Sharon voters elect 2 selectmen at town meeting
Michelle St. Clair and Bradley Greenleaf were chosen to serve, while there were no winners for 3 water district trustee seats.
Western Maine sugarhouses open for Maine Maple Sunday weekend
Maple producers across Western Maine will welcome visitors March 21-22 for Maine Maple Sunday weekend with demonstrations, tastings and family activities.
Mt. Blue schools prepare for 4-year-olds in special education to start in fall
RSU 9 officials said preparations are underway for the district to assume responsibility for early childhood special education services for eligible 4-year-olds beginning in the 2026-27 school year.
Farmington man sentenced to nearly 25 years in gross sexual assault case
Cory Hutchinson, 39, was found guilty in the case in May 2025.
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Festival season is back in Franklin County. Here are a few events you can plan for this summer.
From Rangeley to Farmington, these festivals will keep you entertained all summer long.
Veteran Maine game warden dies in Franklin County plane crash
Authorities confirm that pilot Joshua Tibbetts, 50, was alone in the Cessna 185 Skywagon when it crashed in Avon during a routine mission Tuesday morning.
Farmington’s Summer Fest to return with Elvis, races, music
The festival, now in its 61st year, is planned for July 25 as the town heads into the summer season.
A guide to the (few) movie theaters in western Maine
Movie theaters in western Maine still exist, especially during the summer.
Farmington Rotary to host annual youth fishing derby
Farmington Rotary’s annual youth fishing derby will return May 23 with age-group competitions and prizes for young anglers.
UMF class of 2026 celebrates budding careers rooted in service
From archaeology in Scotland to Maine CDC research, University of Maine at Farmington graduates Saturday described experiences shaped by public service, hands-on learning and deep community connections.
Concerns raised about communication dead spots, safety for emergency responders in Franklin County
The director of the county’s Emergency Management Agency has asked county commissioners to fund a study to help improve the system.
Farmington proposes $16.6M budget ahead of May 11 vote
The $16.58 million budget would an increase of 4.65% , with rising school, county and fixed assessment costs driving much of it.
Farmington voters to decide on $4.2M Sandy River bridge plan
Residents will vote May 11 on borrowing up to $500,000 toward a $4.2 million multiuse bridge connecting the Whistle Stop Trail to downtown.
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