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RSU 9 superintendent outlines back-to-school plan

by Andrea Swiedom August 5, 2020September 24, 2020

Prekindergarten through eighth-grade students would have the option for a full return to school, while high school students would be limited to a hybrid model.

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Farmington native navigates Appalachian Trail during pandemic

by Andrea Swiedom July 31, 2020August 10, 2020

FARMINGTON — Brooklynn Winters, a 21-year-old Farmington native also known as “Bear Bait,” has been hiking the Appalachian Trail (AT) since May 12. After saving and planning for a year, Winters almost canceled her hike entirely due to the pandemic and pressure from friends and family members. “My thought process was, well, I am going […]

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RSU 9 board to vote on plans to reopen schools August 11

by Andrea Swiedom Franklin Journal July 31, 2020July 30, 2020

After a Zoom community forum, the school board will decide how RSU 9 schools will operate for the upcoming school year.

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The Farmington Historical Society presents the history of Meetinghouse Park

by Andrea Swiedom July 31, 2020July 30, 2020

At the FHS annual meeting, members braved the rain to learn about the formation of downtown Farmington’s historic park.

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RSU 9 school board reviews superintendent evaluation

by Andrea Swiedom Franklin Journal July 28, 2020July 28, 2020

Tina Meserve has served the district for two years.

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RSU 9 school board agenda

by Andrea Swiedom July 28, 2020

Regional School Unit 9 school board agenda 6:30 p.m. Tuesday, July 27, at The Forum at Mt. Blue Campus Item 1: Call to order Item 2: Pledge Item 3: Public comment Item 4: Executive session: 1 M.R.S.A. § 405(6)(A) Evaluation of officials/appointees/employees Item 5: Adjourn Next scheduled meetings: August 4, 2020, 6:30 p.m. at The […]