The 11th Annual Michael J. Rowe Ice Fishing Derby will be held on Saturday, Feb. 15, during free ice fishing weekend on Wilson Lake in Wilton.
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Sunrise Movement Franklin County hub discusses future initiatives
The Sunrise Movement Franklin County hub held a Zoom meeting on Jan. 28 to discuss climate advocacy, upcoming community initiatives, and efforts to expand youth engagement.
Wind kicks up snow Farmington
Wind gusts Tuesday afternoon cause accumulated snow to swirl in Farmington.
Replica of Vietnam Veterans Memorial coming in July to Farmington
Scores of volunteers and various donations, including $22,000, are needed to bring The Wall That Heals to Farmington July 1-6.
Farmington tax payment schedule, fiscal year to be discussed Feb. 11
Farmington selectmen on Jan. 28 tabled discussions on changing the tax payment schedule and moving to a fiscal year until the Feb. 11 meeting so that both sides could be presented at once.
RSU 9 meeting highlights growth, trends and perspectives on homeschooling
RSU 9 Superintendent Christian Elkington highlighted the district’s large homeschool population, its financial impact, and the values driving families to choose homeschooling during the Jan. 14 board meeting.
Farmington K-9 program receives $2,000 donation
The contribution was made by retired UMF Police Chief Robert Harper of Farmington.
Cascade Brook School recognized by BARR and MDOE
At the RSU 9 board of directors meeting on Jan. 28, Cascade Brook School Principal Dr. Nichole Goodspeed announced the school’s recognition by BARR and MDOE, while Superintendent Christian Elkington provided an update on a recent PowerSchool data breach.
CCHS principal updates board on recent activities, programs
Cape Cod Hill School Principal Carol Kiesman updated the RSU 9 board on Jan. 14, highlighting festive student activities, a heartwarming act of kindness during recess, an excellent music concert, and the positive impact of the BARR and regulated classroom programs.
Vietnam Veterans Memorial replica coming to Farmington
Between 250 and 300 volunteers will be needed while the traveling memorial is in Farmington July 1 through 6 and $22,000 more must be raised to cover insurance, transportation and other fees.