FARMINGTON — The United Way of the Tri-Valley Area (UWTVA) is looking for the right person to coordinate applications for our Hope Fund. The purpose of The Hope Fund is to provide assistance for unmet needs of children in Greater Franklin County, Livermore and Livermore Falls, with a particular emphasis on removing barriers to enable […]

FARMINGTON — The Farmington Parks & Recreation Department is pleased to announce the startup of its winter programs.Adult Pickleball will be held every Tuesday and Thursday night from 6:30 p.m.-8:30 p.m., now until April 30. There is a $2.00 cost per player per night. Unsure what Pickleball is? No worries, swing by the Community Center […]

WILTON — Saturday, December 14, at St. Luke’s Episcopal Church in Wilton. Each year, St. Luke’s Episcopal Church provides area children an opportunity to shop for inexpensive gifts for their adult loved ones at Santa’s Workshop. While children shop with the help of elves, adults are treated to refreshments in the kitchen. The children then […]

REGION — The United Way of the Tri-Valley Area (UWTVA) is seeking nominations for the annual Gary A. LaGrange Community Impact Award. For those who did not know Gary: some people show their special spark even when they’re trying not to…to seek joy in what you give, not what you get … this was Gary […]

KINGFIELD — The days are short, the static electricity in the air is palpable, and the heating bill has skyrocketed, which can mean only one thing: the holiday season is upon us! Celebrate peace, community, and the holiday season at Kingfield’s new annual event happening Friday, December 6 and Saturday, December 7. The Celebration of […]

FARMINGTON — The Farmington Warming Center will resume on Tuesdays and Thursdays in January and February, and in March on Tuesdays for its’ 2020 season. Hours are 10 a.m.-2 p.m. and everyone is invited. Come for coffee, snacks, and conversation, to make a puzzle, or play a game. At noon, you are welcome to stay […]

ELLSWORTH & PORTLAND—Adult learners from Franklin County who are returning to school for post-secondary education are eligible to apply for the Hugh and Elizabeth Montgomery Scholarship. Preference is given to students for whom a scholarship would make a significant difference in their ability to attend school. First-time applicants need not be enrolled in a degree-granting […]

FARMINGTON — Girl Scouts of Maine (GSME) announces that it will host New Member Sign-Up events for potential members and volunteers at locations throughout the state every month. Below is a list of events in your area. These events will bring together girls from kindergarten through third grade and their caregivers, and allow them to […]

“Taste of Farmington” returns this year.

FARMINGTON — The USDA Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS), in cooperation with the Franklin County Soil & Water Conservation District, welcomes all local residents with an interest in conservation practices on private agricultural lands and woodlands to participate in a Local Working Group meeting at 10 a.m. Monday, Dec. 9, at the Farmington Municipal Building, […]