FARMINGTON — Rehabilitation of mobile homes in the community of 82 High Street is complete, and those involved gathered recently to celebrate the work that brought neighbors together and made the homes warmer and safer. Owners of the 17 homes, contractors, volunteers, neighbors, 82 High Street board members and Western Maine Community Action took part. […]
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Mt. Abram soccer field dedicated to ‘the coach’
FARMINGTON — Art Potter retired from coaching soccer and track at Mt. Abram High School in Salem in 1999, but he’s not been forgotten. Former students and coaches have rallied to name the soccer field at the school after him. A dedication of Potters Park will take place between soccer games on Saturday, Sept. 22, […]
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Franklin County arrest log
FARMINGTON – The following were recently booked at the Franklin County Detention Center: Christine L. Bowden, 48, warrant failure to appear, Sept. 12, $500 cash bail, Maine State Police. Angela L. Green, 31, Wilton, warrant unpaid fines/fees, Sept. 13, given time to pay fine, Maine State Police. Gary R. Begin Jr., 24, Wilton, warrant failure […]
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WWC offering free workshops
FARMINGTON/RUMFORD — Women, Work and Community will offer three, two-hour workshops in early October. All workshops are free of charge. Budgeting Basics will be offered from 6-8 p.m. Oct. 2 at the Rumford/Mexico Region 9 Adult Education. This workshop is about the basic components for building a budget. Leaders will discuss money tracking, goal setting, […]
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Fletcher joins Salon West
FARMINGTON — Faith Fletcher, a recent graduate from Capilo Institute School of Cosmetology in Augusta, is now working at Salon West, 104 Temple Road, Farmington, doing full hair services, manicures and pedicures. While in school, she won several awards for coloring, retail sales and for completing the course of study early. For more information or […]
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Free dinner, free concert on tap
FARMINGTON — The Skyline Boys, a “dedicated, ministry-based group from Northern Virgina” will present a free concert at 7 p.m. Thursday, Sept. 20, at the Living Waters Assembly of God Church on the Wilton Road. A free spaghetti dinner will be served at 6 p.m. at the church, organizer Harry Stevenson said. Donations will be […]
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New routes to accommodate more travelers
JAY – Western Maine Transportation Services has expanded its public bus service on a long-term trial basis for Farmington, Jay, Livermore Falls and Wilton. The reason for the trial is more demand for service to shopping and non-MaineCare medical appointments, and to serve riders who may be affected by upcoming changes to MaineCare, Craig Zurhorst, […]
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UMF will celebrate John Cage centennial
FARMINGTON — The University of Maine at Farmington will present a concert dedicated to the music and creative legacy of American composer John Cage, considered one of the most influential and controversial artists of the 20th century. Performing will be Grammy Award-winning pianist Paul Sullivan; internationally recognized percussionist Gustavo Aguilar and the UMF Experimental Arts […]
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Students learn about agriculture at Farmington Fair
FARMINGTON — There was plenty of learning and a bit of fun Monday morning on the grounds of Farmington Fair as more than 1,000 students, teachers and chaperones checked out a variety of presentations during Agricultural-Environmental Day at the fair. Students from four counties and more than 70 from home-schooled groups toured the barns, learned […]