The $758,952 budget proposed for this year is $229,660 less than the $988,612 budget approved by voters last year, a decrease of 23.23%.
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Franklin County courthouse making room for DA’s office in Farmington
The renovations are estimated to cost $50,000, which will come from the county’s American Rescue Plan Act allotment.
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Weld elections are Tuesday, town meeting postponed to March 8
With the recent septic system issues at the Town Office/Post Office Complex, Town Clerk Carol Cochran could not print the annual reports in time to hold the annual town meeting on March 1.
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Weld officials cleaning up from Town Office sewage backup
A septic pump at the Town Office building stopped working when a circuit breaker tripped Feb. 7, causing sewage to back up.
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 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.
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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 […]
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Three fun Nordic ski events set for this month at Titcomb Mountain
Two events will be held on Sunday, Feb. 23, with the third on Friday, Feb. 28.
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Mt. Blue High School lists honor students
Students are recognized for making the second quarter honor roll.