Voters on Monday will consider adopting a resolution requesting commissioners restore the long-held practice of funding economic development and social service programs.
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Broken beaver dam causes Route 4 washout in Phillips
The Maine Department of Transportation and crews from the town of Phillips worked together to repair the damage.
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North Jay sewer contract goes to Kingfield company
The two bids received for the project came in over budget.
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Fire damages garage, car and house in Kingfield
The fire was caused by staining rags that spontaneusly combusted, Fire Chief Fred Nichols said.
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Strong selectmen address contract dispute over portable toilets
Mike Pond said he didn’t agree to the terms and didn’t sign the contract before placing the units at the ball field, tennis courts and town park.
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RSU 9 voters back $37.73M education budget
FARMINGTON — Voters in Regional School Unit 9 on Tuesday approved a $37.73 million education budget for 2019-20. The spending plan, which passed 888-458, provides funding for pre-kindergarten through grade 12 and adult education. The budget is a $2.2 million increase to current spending. “This is a great conclusion to six months of hard work […]
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Livermore Falls residents elect Bryant, Bronish for selectmen
The elected officials and administration budgets narrowly failed.
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SAD 58 voters say yes to $9.74M budget
The 3.5% increase to the overall budget will require the district’s four towns — Avon, Kingfield, Phillips and Strong — to make larger contributions to school spending.
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Rain washes out Route 4 in Phillips
Heavy rains eroded part of the road on Blake Hill on Tuesday afternoon.
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State dismisses charges in fatal Kingfield crash
The state could refile charges against Danielle Larochelle after it investigates additional information it received, Deputy District Attorney James Andrews said.