The U.S. Department of Education cut more than $600,000 in promised funding for the program, which supports western Maine students who face barriers in going to college.
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Farmington’s RSU 9 weighs wage hikes and funding cuts
Superintendent Christian Elkington warned that federal cuts and rising wages could strain RSU 9 as the district continues to fill key positions.
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Farmington residents get new property values after revaluation
Farmington’s first townwide revaluation in decades resets property values, aiming to equalize the tax burden without raising overall revenue.
Posted inSchools & Education, The Franklin Journal
Farmington-based schools kick off year with rising test scores
Mt. Blue Middle, Cascade Brook, and Mallett start the year with new hires, upgraded spaces, and initiatives linking student success to local community support.
Posted inBusiness, Maine, The Franklin Journal
GreenLine bus adds more weekday trips linking Farmington to Lewiston
Starting Oct. 1, Western Maine Transportation Services will expand the GreenLine commuter bus to six weekday round trips, boosting connections from Franklin County to Lewiston-Auburn.
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Medicare, Medicaid and food assistance face major changes for Maine residents
Maine DHHS says new federal law will raise costs, tighten rules and leave thousands at risk of losing health and food benefits.
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Feds cut funding for Maine high school program, citing diversity concerns
The program, which helps low-income students in central and western Maine get into college, ‘conflicts’ with the federal government’s goals, the Trump administration said.
Posted inThe Franklin Journal
Scottish troubadour Jim Malcolm to make Maine debut Oct. 4 in Farmington
The Old South Church Concert Series will host acclaimed singer-songwriter Jim Malcolm for his first Maine performance.
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Farmington board decreases valuation on former Ingalls school
The owner says the assessment is still too high and is planning to appeal.
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Farmington’s RSU 9 principals introduce new staff, programs
RSU 9 principals Keith Acedo and Carol Kiesman shared updates on new staff, summer programs, and full BARR implementation at the Sept. 9 board meeting.