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Auburn approves new ed tech, secretaries contract

by Frida Zeinali November 21, 2024November 22, 2024

Auburn School Committee ratified a three-year deal between the district and about a hundred of its staff, which outlines 3% raises for each year, plus new paid lunch breaks, a 3-day bereavement leave and other improved benefits.

Lewiston-Auburn, Maine

2024 election results offer mixed picture but perhaps big changes, experts from Bates College say

by Steve Collins November 21, 2024November 21, 2024

Two Bates College professors offered their views on what to make of this month’s election during Thursday’s Great Falls Forum.

Androscoggin County, Business, Maine

Greene says no to latest power plan to build 600-acre solar array

by Mark LaFlamme November 21, 2024January 16, 2025

The ‘overwhelming’ vote to limit solar energy systems in town put and end to Swift Current Energy’s plan to build a 600-acre solar array along parcels of private property in the CMP corridor.

Franklin, News, The Franklin Journal

RSU 9 advances synthetic turf field initiative

by Rebecca Richard November 21, 2024November 22, 2024

RSU 9 approved an initiative to fundraise for a $1.7 million synthetic turf field at Mt. Blue Campus.

Franklin, News, The Franklin Journal

RSU 9 board of directors discuss ethics, finances, and community challenges

by Rebecca Richard November 21, 2024November 22, 2024

The RSU 9 board of directors highlighted efforts to support students and staff, explored collaborations with local organizations, and discussed the rising cost of poverty and its impact on the community.

Franklin, News, The Franklin Journal

Thanksgiving may be challenging for some local families this year

by Pam Harnden November 21, 2024November 22, 2024

With increasing costs to operate and more families seeking assistance, the Farmington Care and Share Food Closet will not be giving out Thanksgiving food baskets this year.