RSU 9 referendum voting hours and locations

On Tuesday, Nov. 7, the ten towns that send their children to the Regional School Unit 9 district will vote on the purchase-lease agreement for Holman Mission House in Farmington.

Schools, businesses close Thursday after Lewiston shootings

With person of interest Robert Card still at large, many local schools and businesses closed Thursday, Oct. 26, out of an abundance of caution.

“As long as the stories live, our spirits live”: University of Maine at Farmington holds panel discussion on Wabanaki struggles

As part of Indigenous Peoples Week, University of Maine at Farmington held a panel discussion Oct. 16 on the Wabanaki's current political struggles, the journey to date to assert sovereignty and efforts by others along the way.

Journalism award won by staff writer

Staff writer Pam Harnden won first place for a health story in the Maine Press Association 2023 Better Newspaper Contest.

Wilton continues interviews for town manager

Current Town Manager Perry Ellsworth confirmed on Tuesday the town is still in the interview process for the position of town manager.

Farmington insurance rate increases explained

Farmington's insurance rate increase is on the lower end among the approximately 100 municipalities covered by Kyes Insurance, according to President Flint Christie.

Photos: Books down, game on!

New dentist office hits Wilton

Opened on Monday, Oct. 2, Western Mountain Dentistry is looking to become a staple of the community helmed by a UMF graduate.

Supplies sought by 3C Society to help Norlands

3C Society is asking for cookies and wreath making supplies as part of its efforts to help with Christmas at Norlands.

Adult Ed reports Franklin County lowest in ‘disconnected youth’

Area has the lowest number of disconnected youth among the counties in western and central Maine, Director Mary Redmond-Luce reported to the RSU board of directors on Tuesday, Oct. 10.