RSU 9 superintendent says he will recommend removal of masking mandate

Superintendent Chris Elkington says his decision is based on updated guidance from the Maine Center for Disease Control & Prevention and the state Department of Education.

Exceptional teachers: The inventive art teacher

Regional School Unit 9 elementary art educator Kim Jacques was able to find creative solutions to the challenges that came with teaching art through the ups and downs of the COVID-19 pandemic and beyond.

Ash Wednesday observed in downtown Farmington

New Sharon voters to decide on $1.18 million budget

The spending plan would mean $9,909 less raised in taxes compared to 2021-22.

Farmington Fire and Ice Festival this Saturday

It’s the first time the festival will be held since 2019.

Wilton Call Center to stay open, DHHS announces

The DHHS said the decision was made “in response to worker concerns about commuting to Lewiston and the landlord’s recent commitment to improved service.”

DHHS reverses decision on Wilton Call Center

The DHHS said the decision was made “in response to worker concerns about commuting to Lewiston and the landlord’s recent commitment to improved service.”

Wilton approves high-res aerial mapping purchase

The orthoimagery mapping can be used for Wilton’s shoreland zoning, code enforcement related needs, the town’s E911 system and public safety needs.

Whiplashing weather whacks local winter activities

Local activities such as ice skating at Wilton’s Kineowatha Park have come to a premature end due to fluctuating temperatures in the region.

UMF President Edward Serna to leave

Serna will assume the presidency at Winthrop University in July. The University of Maine System will begin the search for his replacement in the coming weeks.