Farmington police chief is new president of Maine chiefs association

Chief Jack Peck Jr. is the first chief from Franklin County to serve in the position.

Canton board to look into sewer use for billing

Canton selectmen proposed raising town sewer rates by 20% at a hearing on Thursday but attendees left selectmen with questions to answer before they raise rates.

Wilton Planning Board agenda – September 17, 2019

Farmington Special Board of Selectmen Agenda for Sept. 19

RSU 9 meeting a lively affair

The first Board of Directors meeting of the 2019 academic year brought staff presentations, budget woes, committee turn-over, differences about public comment, and policy review for driver drug and alcohol testing.

Hardy Farm hosts soil health workshop

The workshop is one of three presented in September by University of Maine Cooperative Extension, Maine Grass Farmers' Network and the Maine Organic Farmers and Gardeners Association (MOFGA). The session focused on the principles of soil health and how livestock and crop management can influence soil quality and the environment.

All in a reporter’s day/Stop. Look. Interesting things are within sight

As this reporter drove into the parking lot behind the Franklin Journal in Farmington, a mushroom caught the eye. Stopping to take a picture led to the discovery of more mushrooms, a chipmunk nibbling on berries and a toad perched right beside the office steps.

Boothby’s Orchard kicks off apple season

Maine's apple picking season traditionally kicks off with Maine Apple Sunday. Boothby's Orchard and Farm Winery had 11 of 12 varieties of apples ready for u-pick.

Flamingo Flock a friend and help Mt Blue Rec Cheering

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