FARMINGTON — Old South Church Concert Series proudly presents the keepers of tradition, the duo of Joe Newberry and April Verch to Farmington on Monday, October 23. Doors open at 6:30pm. The concert begins at 7 p.m. Admission: Adults $25, Seniors (65+) and Students $20. Old South Church, located at 235 Main Street, is handicapped […]
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Garden Club speaker Bernd Heinrich: The Economics of Bumblebees
FARMINGTON – Mt. Blue Area Garden Club is honored to welcome Professor Bernd Heinrich who is a renowned research scientist, well known author, illustrator, and UVM professor emeritus. Don’t miss this brilliant introduction to insect and plant ecology focusing on the secret lives of one of nature’s most important and adaptive creatures: bumblebees. This event […]
Maine Poet Jeri Theriault at Farmington library
FARMINGTON — The Farmington Public Library will be hosting Maine poet Jeri Theriault on Tuesday, October 17, at 5 p.m. Theriault will be reading from and discussing her latest poetry collection, Self-Portrait as Homestead. Self-Portrait as Homestead delves into the rich tapestry of family and heritage, with specific focus on the Franco-American culture Theriault experienced […]
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Suppers JAY — Frank L. Mitchell VFW Post 3335, 64 Jewell St., Post 3335 take out suppers. This month will feature comfort foods. This week, the menu for Oct. 6 will be Shepard’s Pie, salad, brownies for $12. Serving starts at 5 p.m. Please call ahead to reserve your meal, 897-2122. CARTHAGE — Public Harvest […]
Meadow Lanes bowling
WILTON —Wednesday Night Ladies: Week of Sept. 27. Teams: Living On A Spare 24-8, Wreckin Balls 22-10, Golden Oldies 18-14, Bowling Belles 14-18, Just One More 14-18, Designs By Darlene 14-18, Mines In The Gutters 12-20, Full Of 5 Pins 10-22. Games: Melissa Malone 195, Jamie Ellsworth 167, Vicky Stevens 167, Jolene Luce 160, Marley […]
Chesterville Poetry Night scheduled
CHESTERVILLE – The annual Chesterville Poetry Night at the Chesterville Center Union Meeting House will be held on Friday, October 20, 2023, at 7 p.m. Now a cherished tradition among local poetry enthusiasts, the event has drawn a faithful audience over many years, but always welcomes new participants. The gathering features an “open mic” available […]
Movie Review/’Expend4bles’
Outside of what you see on the posters, the “Expendables” movies have never been particularly ambitious. Sure, it was great that the action stars of previous decades like Sylvester Stallone, Jason Statham, Arnold Schwarzenegger, Jet Li, Bruce Willis, Chuck Norris, Antonio Banderas, Mel Gibson, Jean-Claude Van Damme, and Harrison Ford could come together for a […]
UMF Special EdProgram is now online
FARMINGTON —The University of Maine at Farmington is excited to announce that its long-standing, nationally accredited Special Education Program is now available fully online. Beginning in the Spring 2024 Semester, Farmington’s new online modality will provide first-time students, place-bound students, and working adults with the same quality Special Education courses that are available to Farmington’s […]
Franklin County commission deems Madrid Township bridge not county property
Commissioners also voted to adopt a mission statement created by county staff and other participants.
Livermore Falls board approves overhauling engine on public works dump truck
Selectmen also voted to authorize the fire rescue chief to sell a military surplus truck that does not meet the needs of the town, Chief Nathan Guptill said.