Service and parts availability were factors in the bid consideration, Public Works Director Phil Hutchins said.
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Local and state news from the Sun Journal.
Superintendent provides update on school opening and facility issues
Superintendent Christian Elkington reported a smooth start to the school year, provided updates on the relocation of the superintendent’s office, and addressed ongoing issues with the fire suppression system at Mt. Blue Middle School.
Phillips Elementary School principal shares updates on the first day of school
Students arrive for their first day of school at Phillips Elementary, Principal Jeff Pillsbury shares updates.
RSU 9 board reviews revisions to nondiscrimination and harassment policies
The RSU 9 board of directors discussed revisions to nondiscrimination and harassment policies, prompted by recent federal law changes, with a focus on expanding protections and updating procedures for complaints.
Color Me United 5K hits Farmington with flying colors
United Way of the Tri-Valley Area held another successful Color Me United 5K in Farmington
Mud flies at the Northwoods Truck Pull and Mud Run in Avon
The town of Avon draws a large crowd to watch cars and trucks rip through mud.
Maine authors present their work in Weld
Eleven authors gather in Weld to read and discuss why they write.
UMF Monson Arts seminar opens doors and minds
How the UMF Monson Arts seminar originated and why it is so successful.
N.H. man dies from injuries week after motorcycle crash in Bethel
The Oxford County Sheriff’s Office has released little information about the circumstances of the crash that killed Charles Plum of Bartlett, New Hampshire.
Federal marshals capture Lewiston man after rooftop chase in Auburn
The U.S. Marshals Service arrested 34-year-old Matthew Gallagher on warrants charging him with theft of a firearm, possession of a firearm by a felon and criminal threatening with a firearm.