RSU 9 voters will decide on March 24 whether to approve a federally funded purchase of 144 High Street in Farmington, with supporters citing expanded access to services and opponents raising financial concerns.
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School building purchase draws opposing views at Farmington hearing
Regional School Unit 9 Superintendent Christian Elkington detailed the upcoming March 24 vote on buying the former Arthur D. Ingalls School at 144 High St. in Farmington.
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Posted inThe Franklin Journal
Nomination papers available for Wilton Select Board, Mt. Blue school board seats
The papers are due back to the Town Office by April 11.
Posted inCommunity, Connections
Rome camp receives grant for Camp Pine Cone programs
The foundation funds organizations that benefit children in need, and these funds will support camp’s Dirigo Experience and Camp Pine Cone programs.
Posted inThe Franklin Journal
RSU 9 superintendent addresses federal funding uncertainty
RSU 9 Superintendent Christian Elkington outlined potential funding shortfalls, proposed a reserve fund to mitigate losses, and assured that the district will adapt to financial uncertainties while prioritizing student and staff safety.
Posted inThe Franklin Journal
RSU 9 voter approval needed to purchase former Farmington school
On March 24, voters in Regional School Unit 9 will be asked to accept up to $1.6 million of a $1.77 million Maine Connectivity Grant obtained by Franklin County Adult Education to purchase the former Arthur D. Ingalls School at 144 High St. in Farmington.
Posted inThe Franklin Journal
Coordinator supports homeless students, families across district
Student Support Coordinator Amanda Clark works to support McKinney-Vento students experiencing homelessness by providing essential resources, collaborating with schools and agencies, and addressing barriers to education across the district.
Posted inThe Franklin Journal
RSU 9 board honors Mallett School principal’s retirement
FARMINGTON — With a tight budget season ahead and a longtime school leader preparing to step down, the Regional School Unit 9 board of directors tackled key financial decisions and honored W.G. Mallett School Principal Tracy Williams during the Feb. 11 meeting. District officials began crafting the 2025-26 budget three months earlier than usual to […]
Posted inThe Franklin Journal
Three fun Nordic ski events set for this month at Titcomb Mountain
Two events will be held on Sunday, Feb. 23, with the third on Friday, Feb. 28.
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Mount Vernon to host singer-songwriter Anni Clark Feb. 23
The Yarmouth native has been wowing audiences from Maine to Texas since 1981.