Organizers say Fryeburg Fair will be held in October

Founded in 1851, Maine's largest agricultural fair will follow all COVID-19 protocols during its eight-day event Oct. 3-10.

Fryeburg Fair will welcome back people and animals this year, Oct. 3-10

It is Maine's largest agricultural fair and typically draws about 225,000 people.

Local fairs may be held in 2021

Some fair officials have begun preparing their grounds while others plan to make a decision in the next four to six weeks.

Some of Maine’s farm fairs try to salvage season online

The state would ordinarily be gearing up for the Fryeburg Fair, which dates to 1851 and employs hundreds of people in western Maine. The event is moving online this year from Oct. 4 to 11.

Fryeburg Fair canceled for 2020

Nine Maine fairs cancel 2020 festivities

The state's other fairs are considering doing the same but are waiting before making their decisions.

While many are leaving dairy farming, Jason Bagley is just getting started

Jason Bagley, a 12 year old from Farmington joined the 4-H dairy program four years ago. His career path includes studying at the University of New Hampshire then returning to farm and milk cows.

Local youth excel at Fryeburg Fair

Saturday during the 4-H Dairy Showmanship classes at Fryeburg Fair youth with ties to Franklin County excelled in the Junior division.

New livestock building a ‘crown jewel’ for Fryeburg Fair

The $2million-plus Mountain View Pavilion can house 400 sheep and 80 cattle.

Fryeburg Fair is the last stop in a long 4-H season

Youth bring a variety of animals to compete in shows.