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County Republicans’ campaign office opens

FARMINGTON -The Franklin County Republicans opened up their campaign office for business today, planning to watch the first, highly-anticipated debate between presidential candidates Senator John McCain and Senator Barack Obama. “I’m psyched,”Franklin…

Community colleges report continued growth

Maine Community College System (MCCS) President John Fitzsimmons reported yesterday that enrollment in Maine’s community colleges has grown 64 percent—to 12,316 degree seeking students—since the community colleges were established in 2003. Citing…

New Vineyard special town meeting Saturday

NEW VINEYARD – Resident are being asked to attend a special town meeting this weekend, to revisit the issue of the Barker Road Project. The meeting is scheduled for 9:30 a.m. on…

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Long-time board member honored

FARMINGTON – A small ceremony was held at the beginning of Tuesday evening’s MSAD 9 school board meeting, so those present could honor recently-retired Director Francis Orcutt of Farmington. Orcutt had served…

Rain or shine: Toy Run on for Saturday

JAY – No matter what the weather, the 10th Annual Toys for Tots ATV ride from Farmington to Jay will be held Saturday. The nonprofit toy run started 10 years ago when…