FARMINGTON — Police are investigating a burglary at Pizza Hut on Wilton Road, Farmington Police Department Secretary Rachel Heseltine said Monday. The burglary occurred either Sunday night or early Monday morning, she said. The break-in was discovered when employees went to work Monday. No more information is available at this time. [email protected]
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Posted inConnections, The Franklin Journal
UMF-China exchange program celebrates 20 years
FARMINGTON — The 20-year anniversary of the University of Maine at Farmington-Beijing University of Technology Exchange Program was recently celebrated on the UMF campus. Chinese dignitaries and exchange students joined UMF administrators, faculty and staff; Jim Breece, University of Maine System vice chancellor; local legislators; educators and community leaders as they honored the importance of […]
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Trio of Farmingtion art studios will open doors May 22-23
FARMINGTON — The public is invited to an opening of three local art studios featuring area artists from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday and Sunday, May 22-23. Works by Janet Washburn, Su and Richard Johnson, and Marjorie Austin will be displayed at 115 Front St. Artwork will include paintings in watercolor, oil and pastels; […]
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Extension plans forest wildlife workshop
FARMINGTON — A forestry workshop on “Managing for Wildlife” will be held from noon to 5 p.m. Wednesday, Sept. 23, at the University of Maine Cooperative Extension Office, 138 Pleasant St. The workshop will teach the basic elements of wildlife habitat and how to recognize habitat elements in a woodlot. In addition, USDA-Natural Resources Conservation […]
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Name changed for former SAD 9 school district
FARMINGTON — The former SAD 9 became known as Mt. Blue Regional School District on July 1, when the state-mandated consolidation began operation. The state will officially refer to the district as Regional School Unit No. 9, Superintendent Michael Cormier said. The school system serves nine towns in the Farmington area and will be using materials […]
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Police investigating break-ins
KINGFIELD — Deputies are investigating a break-in at the Kingfield Woodsman Restaurant reported Sunday morning, Franklin County Lt. Niles Yeaton said Monday. Force was used to gain entry into the business on Route 27, he said. From $150 to $160 was taken, he said. Carrabassett Valley police are also investigating a forced-entry early Sunday at […]
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‘Diva Show’ brings students, performers together
FARMINGTON – Saturday, May 23, when the long white stretch limousine pulls up in front of the Mount Blue High School auditorium, local talent will step out to kick off an evening of lighthearted entertainment filled with unpredictable characters. “The Diva Show,” featuring song, entertainment and an opportunity for seasoned performers to take the stage, […]
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A better plan for taxes
I am writing in support of a tax reform bill (LD 1088) that is sponsored by Rep. John Piotti and Sen. Peter Mills. Hampered by the crippling economic downturn in the past year, and with bad weather and uncertainty still ahead in Maine and in the nation, there has to be a better way to […]
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Was the ghost of Lady Nordica playing piano in Merrill Hall at UMF?
Claims of a ghost add another chapter in a hauntingly stubborn UMF mystery.