Gunthar Samuel Swan, 26, was arrested Tuesday on charges of attempted murder and elevated aggravated domestic violence assault.
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Man charged with attempted murder after Farmington woman shot inside home
The 29-year-old woman was taken to a Portland hospital after what police say was an isolated domestic violence altercation.
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Farmington reporter Pam Harnden, a community staple, dies at 69
Harnden leaves behind a legacy of caring for the community. Her institutional knowledge helped the Franklin Journal and Livermore Falls Advertiser thrive.
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Mt. Blue board reviews summer plans, student needs
The RSU 9 Board met June 12 to approve the 2025-26 budget, discuss staffing and policy updates, and hear reports on nutrition and student support programs.
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Forum on Sandy River flooding seeks input to help shape mitigation plans
Anyone who has been impacted by or has concerns about flooding of the Sandy River is asked to complete an online survey that will be used to determine future steps to prevent or lessen potential impacts.
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Kora Shriners to hold parade Saturday in Farmington
The Kora Shriners are holding their annual ceremonial at the Farmington Fairgrounds June 13 to 15 with the parade the only event open to the public.
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$1M for Farmington Community Center roof project approved at special meeting
A handful of residents attended the meeting which was required after a financial statement was not included with the article when taken up at the annual town meeting in March.
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Farmington Police Department fully staffed, cruiser donated to Foster CTE Center
Farmington police Chief Kenneth Charles on June 10 said with the addition of two officers his department is fully staffed for the first time since 2009.
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Franklin County budget committee overrides commissioners’ changes to $11.5M spending plan
Commissioners had added back in money for flex benefits for themselves in 4-1 vote last week but the budget committee’s decision eliminates the funds.
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RSU 9 residents pass nearly $45.6 million Farmington-area school budget
Voters in the 10-town district also approved continuing a two-step voting process by a vote 886-244 on Tuesday.