RSU 9 officials said preparations are underway for the district to assume responsibility for early childhood special education services for eligible 4-year-olds beginning in the 2026-27 school year.
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Farmington Select Board sets 6-month budget ahead of March 23 vote
Farmington Select Board approved a proposed six-month municipal budget that will go before voters March 23.
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Beautification projects focus of Mt. Blue garden club program
The Mt. Blue Area Garden Club is inviting local businesses and nonprofits to apply for its second annual community grant program.
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Artist transforms Wilton cannery into vibrant creative arts space
Vera Johnson revitalized a former fiddlehead cannery into Belle Creative Arts, a working studio and community creative space in Wilton.
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‘No Kings’ rally set for March 28 in Farmington
Western Mountains Third Act Indivisible will host a nonviolent ‘NO KINGS’ gathering at noon March 28 in Farmington, extending its weekly Peace and Protest vigil with singing and community participation.
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High Peaks summer intern to hit the trails running
A summer intern will join High Peaks Alliance to support trail work, outreach and community events across Franklin County.
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Maine homeschoolers turn farms, forests into living classrooms
Across western and central Maine, homeschooled families and educators say learning rooted in nature, community and individualized instruction is helping students build confidence, independence and academic success.
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Farmington man sentenced to nearly 25 years in gross sexual assault case
Cory Hutchinson, 39, was found guilty in the case in May 2025.
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Farmington-based district expands after-school meals, modernizes nutrition systems
Regional School Unit 9’s food service department reported expanded after-school meals, successful state review, staff certification efforts and plans to implement new menu software during its Feb. 10 board of directors meeting.