Saturday, March 22, was the first day of Maine Maple Sunday weekend and dozens of guests toured the sap house and barn of Black Acres Farm in Wilton.
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Farmington Thrift Store to reset with sale then all-April special
A 3-day sale with special pricing March 27-29 at Farmington Thrift Store on Broadway will be followed by a month-long sale in April to prepare for the addition of vintage items.
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Farmington’s Alana Knapp reflects on libraries, literacy and community
Farmington resident Alana Knapp, assistant director of Treat Memorial Library, shares how her rural upbringing shaped her passion for literacy and community engagement.
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Ducklings, a sign of spring
Signs of spring include chicks and ducklings for sale at local businesses.
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Farmington board learns of downtown improvements
The process began last November with work expected to begin in spring 2026, be completed in 2027.
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RSU 9 superintendent reviews budget, cybersecurity
The RSU 9 board of directors discussed the district’s budget, cybersecurity risks, and the upcoming Wilton bridge closure at its March 11 meeting.
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Mt. Blue nutrition director warns of federal funding cuts
Cuts to nutrition funding will limit the district’s ability to buy food from local producers, Andrew Hutchins said at the Regional School Unit 9 board meeting March 11.
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Farmington officials explain proposed budget, up 3.0% from 2024
The proposed municipal budget for 2025 is $9.31 million, up $275,255 over the current spending plan.
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Farmington-based school district votes Monday on buying Arthur D. Ingalls Center
RSU 9 residents engaged in a respectful, critical discussion at a March 19 public Q&A, questioning officials about the financial sustainability, management responsibilities, and grant eligibility of the proposed Arthur D. Ingalls Center purchase ahead of the March 24 vote.
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Farmington annual town report dedicated to Galen Dalrymple
Dalrymple was recognized as a role model for others.