Two events will be held on Sunday, Feb. 23, with the third on Friday, Feb. 28.
Franklin Journal
4 people on 2 skis? Titcomb Mountain plans ‘amazing’ events
The Farmington ski area will offer three fun Nordic races over the next two weekends, including the unusual Birkebeiner.
Farmington-based school district voting on grant for community resource center
Voters in Regional School Unit 9 will decide March 24 on accepting $1.6 million to buy the former Arthur D. Ingalls School at 144 High St. in Farmington.
Farmington receives Volunteer Fire Assistance grant for forestry gear
There is a 50-50 match which will be paid for by Farmington Fire Rescue Department.
W. G. Mallett School sees increased behavioral referrals
W.G. Mallett School is implementing new behavioral and academic initiatives, including a kindness campaign and a FLEX literacy program, to address rising disciplinary referrals and enhance student engagement.
New body armor approved for Farmington police officers
Carry over funds from last year will be used to purchase 13 sets of lighter weight body armor than is currently being used.
RSU 9 board hears about middle school staffing, BARR, student engagement
At the RSU 9 board meeting, Mt. Blue Middle School Principal James Black provided updates on staffing changes, student engagement initiatives, and the impact of the BARR program, emphasizing the importance of extracurricular activities and alternative learning opportunities.
FIRST LEGO League State Championship held at Mt. Blue Campus
Mt. Blue High School successfully hosted the Maine FIRST LEGO League State Championship on Feb. 1, bringing together over 30 teams for a day of robotics competition, with Blue Crew Robotics mentoring the newly formed Cougar Crew and preparing for their next event in March.
Farmington Farmers Union gives shareholders 16.75% trade allowance
Farmington Farmers’ Union had another good year, has very little long-term debt.
Children’s Festival returns to Mt. Blue Campus for 42nd Year
The 42nd annual Children’s Festival, hosted by the Franklin County Children’s Task Force, will take place on Feb. 8 at Mt. Blue Campus, offering free family activities, entertainment, and a low-cost food court.