With colder temperatures and lack of snow cover this year, frost in the ground is deeper this year meaning sap has been slower to start moving in the trees.
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School building purchase draws opposing views at Farmington hearing
Regional School Unit 9 Superintendent Christian Elkington detailed the upcoming March 24 vote on buying the former Arthur D. Ingalls School at 144 High St. in Farmington.
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Posted inThe Franklin Journal
Nomination papers available for Wilton Select Board, Mt. Blue school board seats
The papers are due back to the Town Office by April 11.
Posted inFranklin, News, Schools & Education, The Franklin Journal
Franklin County selectmen to elect 11 members for county Budget Advisory Committee
It is the first year 11 members will serve on the panel to represent five new commissioner districts.
Posted inFranklin, Maine, News, The Franklin Journal
Strong woman cited after pedestrian was hit in Farmington
Taller aluminum poles and a new set of flashing crosswalk lights on Main Street will be installed Monday and Tuesday.
Posted inThe Franklin Journal
RSU 9 superintendent addresses federal funding uncertainty
RSU 9 Superintendent Christian Elkington outlined potential funding shortfalls, proposed a reserve fund to mitigate losses, and assured that the district will adapt to financial uncertainties while prioritizing student and staff safety.
Posted inThe Rangeley Highlander
Rangeley region IF&W fishing report for February
Set a tip-up during Maine’s Free Fishing Weekend, Feb. 15 and 16. On these days, any person (except those whose license has been suspended or revoked) may fish without a license. All other laws and regulations apply on these days.
Posted inThe Franklin Journal
RSU 9 voter approval needed to purchase former Farmington school
On March 24, voters in Regional School Unit 9 will be asked to accept up to $1.6 million of a $1.77 million Maine Connectivity Grant obtained by Franklin County Adult Education to purchase the former Arthur D. Ingalls School at 144 High St. in Farmington.
Posted inThe Franklin Journal
Coordinator supports homeless students, families across district
Student Support Coordinator Amanda Clark works to support McKinney-Vento students experiencing homelessness by providing essential resources, collaborating with schools and agencies, and addressing barriers to education across the district.
Posted inThe Franklin Journal
RSU 9 board honors Mallett School principal’s retirement
FARMINGTON — With a tight budget season ahead and a longtime school leader preparing to step down, the Regional School Unit 9 board of directors tackled key financial decisions and honored W.G. Mallett School Principal Tracy Williams during the Feb. 11 meeting. District officials began crafting the 2025-26 budget three months earlier than usual to […]