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.
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11 dogs, 4 cats killed in blaze that destroys Avon home
It took firefighters nearly 45 minutes to locate the fire spotted by a Phillips resident on Wheeler Hill Road through the ridgeline.
Who’s responsible for maintaining the road to Tumbledown Mountain?
As a hole on the Byron Road grows, state and county officials hope to find a permanent solution.
Farmington courthouse bell tower closed for waste cleanup
The county administrator is looking for a long-term solution to keep animals and pests out of the tower and attic.
Franklin County commissioners told they can’t change budget
An opinion from the county’s attorney confirmed that the Budget Advisory Committee has the final say on the annual spending plan.
State rangers will patrol Tumbledown Mountain over Labor Day weekend
Rangers also reminded hikers that camping has been prohibited on the mountain since 2021.
Who foots the bill when Maine responders rescue hikers in unorganized territories?
Weld’s Fire Rescue Department has been called out six times for out-of-town rescues since June, mostly on Tumbledown Mountain, stressing the town’s fire budget.
Owner of former Arthur D. Ingalls school appeals denial of lower valuation request
The owners of the building at 144 High St. in Farmington want a lower assessment than the town’s $1.26 million valuation for the building and land.
Wilton Blueberry Festival to begin Friday, ending Saturday with fireworks over Wilson Pond
There will be food, music, games and a parade that will step off at 10 a.m. Saturday.
Franklin County reallocates $60,000 to IT budget to cover expenses related to February cyberattack
The insurance deductible was $50,000 and uncovered expenses were $9,681.81, county Administrator Amy Bernard said.
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news from surrounding communities
Revaluation error causes $2.3M budget shortfall in Farmington
The Select Board is pursuing a 10.5% tax rate and will ask residents at a special town meeting to approve using $700,000 in fund balance.
‘Desperately needed’ wood bank opens in Franklin County
Eligible households will be able to purchase firewood at a reduced rate. Recipients will be referred to a program that will pay up to $15,000 in home repairs that address heat loss issues.
Attorneys for alleged head of Farmington pot operation take aim at prosecutor’s motion, witness
Attorneys for Lucas Sirois say he did not violate his bail conditions when he picked up firearms from a residence last week.
Hall-Dale boys soccer survives Mt. Abram charge to defend C South title
The Roadrunners mount a furious comeback attempt, but the Bulldogs advance to Saturday’s state title game.
A Maine rights pioneer comes to life in Norway, traditional music in Farmington, and more | Get out!
Here are some highlights of things to do in the area in the next week.
Phillips, Strong, Kingfield continue exploring school district withdrawal
Three of the four towns served by Phillips-based Maine School Administrative District 58 are exploring withdrawing from the district.
Farmington middle school principal’s ICE costume sparks backlash
Some say Mount Blue Middle School Principal James Black’s Halloween costume showed poor judgment. His family says it was a private photo that got blown out of proportion when it was shared online.
Alleged ringleader in illicit Farmington pot operation obtained firearm, made threats, officials say
Prosecutors say Lucas Sirois, 45, of Rangeley, who is set to go to trial next week, violated his bail conditions.
Kingfield grocery store reopens with lower prices, greater variety
After a 10-day closure for remodeling, Mainely Provisions reopened Thursday morning as an independent Hannaford affiliate.
Girl Scouts launch free after-school programs in Franklin County schools
A new partnership between Girl Scouts of Maine and the John T. Gorman Foundation will bring free, after-school leadership programs to five Franklin County schools this year.
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