A Farmington entrepreneur has launched a website compiling curated guides and maps highlighting low-cost attractions and activities throughout Maine.
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How to play it safe on snow days in Maine
With snowstorms expected to bring school closures, families can make the most of a snow day by knowing how to build better snowballs and snowmen, choosing the right sleds, and dressing properly for cold conditions.
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Maine eFiling expands as new court rules and vendor terms take effect
Maine’s electronic court system is expanding, requiring users to accept a private vendor agreement as new judicial rules governing eFiling begin.
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New UMF exhibit turns space and place into art experience
The Emery Community Arts Center at the University of Maine at Farmington opened its spring exhibition, “Spaces Places Traces,” featuring mixed-media works by 10 New England artists.
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Mt. Blue schools to take on special education services for 4-year-olds in 2026-27
RSU 9 Superintendent Christian Elkington said the pre-K special education program will be handled by the district beginning next school year as part of a statewide transition.
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Farmington to look further into proposal to lower cannabis license fees
Farmington officials said they will review more details of a proposed warrant article before deciding whether to put it before voters.
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Farmington readies for budget work, June primaries
The Farmington Select Board reviewed updates from the town manager and town clerk covering staffing activity, routine operations and ongoing administrative work.
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UMF arts center opens semester with ‘Spaces Places Traces’ exhibit
The Emery Community Arts Center at the University of Maine at Farmington is opening the semester with ‘Spaces Places Traces,’ a mixed-media exhibit featuring work by 10 New England artists.
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Farmington to decide on 6-month budget amid fiscal year shift
Residents will be asked to approve a $5.9 million interim budget in March as the town transitions from a calendar fiscal year to a July 1 to June 30 cycle, aligning with county and school governments.
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Western Maine courts lead rollout of eCourts system
Maine’s judicial branch is continuing its phased rollout of the Maine eCourts system, moving closer to statewide digital court operations in 2026.