Franklin County Animal Shelter is located at 550 Industry Road in Farmington. Our lobby, kitten, and available adult cat rooms are open to the public Monday to Saturday, 12-4 p.m. We are performing dog adoptions by appointment. Please call us at 207-778-2638 during our open hours to schedule an appointment. Harriet is a medium energy […]
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Author visit, 5K scheduled
PHILLIPS — The Phillips Public Library is preparing for its Eighth annual Readers, Writers and Runners 5K and Maine author visit. This year’s event will be held on Saturday, July 20 and will feature mystery author Maureen Milliken. Registration for the race begins at 9 a.m. in the library parking lot ($10). The race starts […]
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Reunion JAY — Wilton Academy Annual Reunion will be held on Tuesday, July 16, 2024, at 11 a.m. – 2 p.m. at LaFleurs Restaurant 224 Main Street, Jay. A nice time for socializing and good food.(Baked Haddock, or Chicken Cordon bleu) $25 each including tax & gratuity. All classes invited. FMI call Shannon 778-4726/ camp […]
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High Peaks Alliance leads repair of Prescott Field Accessible Trail
Farmington — The High Peaks Alliance spearheaded the collaborative efforts to repair the Prescott Field Accessible Trail system after the region was impacted by severe flooding through the winter and spring. The storms left inches of silt clay loam on the crushed stone, washed out a bridge, and rerouted the trail in places, making it […]
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Mt. Blue Middle School Honor Roll
FARMINGTON — These students have been named to the fourth quarter honor roll at Mt. Blue Middle School in Farmington. Grade 6 High Honors Zoe Abell, Belle Austin, Maddox Beale, Luke Bell, Elizabeth Bellwood, Scarlett Black, Jerseylynn Brandt, Harley Brougham, Brock Buntin, Cole Butterfield, Vivian Chaisson, Benjamin Civiello, Bryce Collins, Samuel Cousineau, Alexander Dixon, Chloe […]
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Record number of adult learners graduate
FARMINGTON — On June 5, Franklin County Adult Education celebrated 30 graduating students in a ceremony attended by their friends and family. The event took place in the Bjorn Auditorium located at Mt. Blue High School. Also in attendance were the Maine Commissioner of Education Pender Makin, RSU 9 Superintendent Christian Elkington, and the teachers […]
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Day Mountain Regional Middle School visits botanical gardens
STRONG — On the next to last day of school before summer vacation, students and teachers from grades 5 – 8 at Day Mountain Regional Middle School (DMRMS) made a trip to Boothbay to explore the wonders of The Coastal Maine Botanical Gardens. DMRMS art teacher, Heidi Richards, explained, “The theme for this year’s art […]
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Software and video expenses approved for Farmington Police Department to help with recruiting
Expenses for a new software system and a recruiting video were approved by Farmington selectmen on Tuesday, June 25.
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Magic of America: Farmington prepares for Fourth of July parade
Participants may sign up online now or in person the day of the parade.
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Wilton Free Public Library’s annual Fancy Nancy Tea Party event is a success
The Wilton Free Public Library’s recent Fancy Nancy Tea Party was a success with 70 attendees enjoying storytime, crafts, and treats, and the excitement continues with the adventurous Summer Reading Program 2024, featuring diverse activities and events throughout July.