Extension welcomes two new staff

One position was filled this week, the other last December after long-time employees retired.

Survey on substance use disorder, harm reduction services launched

The Healthy Community Coalition of the Greater Franklin County Area is conducting a survey to gauge the community's understanding of the substance use disorder crisis and harm reduction services. The survey will shape how HCC offers harm reduction services to the local community.

Farmington starts process of replacing firetruck

Expected delivery of the new truck would be 16 months after it is ordered.

‘An Open Conversation’ at open mic night

Farmington area schools superintendent and board address director’s political comment

A new member of Regional School Unit 9's board of directors recently made a comment praising the Supreme Court's decision on abortion rights during the board's 'Good News Stories' meeting segment.

Highbush blueberries are ready to pick

Blueberries may be ripening earlier than usual due to lack of rain in the region.

Farmington raises rate for septage

Selectmen approved increasing the septage receiving rate from $85 to $175 per 1,000 gallons of septage.

New businesses coming to ‘green block’ in Wilton

Owners Eric and Nicki Girard bought the building about a year ago. Nicki will be opening a furniture shop in the former gym space and Vera's Iron and Vine will be relocating there.

Wilton approves hazard pay stipends for police

The stipends will offer each police officer $160-200 a week, totaling $54,560.

Spinning at Bass Park