Wilton weighs ATV ordinance after divided public hearing
Selectpersons heard competing calls June 10 to preserve, expand or limit ATV access as they begin drafting an ordinance.
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Franklin County to get Sugarloaf response to grant repayment on Tuesday
In 2023 the county gave the ski resort $221,000 for a project that was never undertaken. Most of the money has yet to be paid back.
Farmington, Wilton dig into summer reading
Farmington and Wilton libraries are launching dinosaur-themed summer reading programs with prizes, activities and reading challenges for children.
Wilton voters to decide budget, zoning changes June 22
Wilton residents will reconvene the annual town meeting to decide zoning amendments, municipal spending, capital accounts and whether to use up to $500,000 for the Wilson Lake retaining wall project.
Farmington parade brings 1776 spirit to July Fourth
Farmington Rotary will sponsor the annual Fourth of July parade, with a ‘1776 America’ theme and prizes for judged entries.
Black flies: Maine’s smallest trail bullies
A run in Jay, a night hike on Bald Mountain and a Mount Washington descent all delivered the same seasonal warning: black flies can turn a good outing into a…
Farmington veterans find resources at job fair
American Legion Post 28 in Farmington hosted its second annual veteran resource fair and hiring event June 5 to connect veterans and the public with jobs, services and support agencies.
Farmington recognizes group who saved man’s life
Police and town officials gave awards to a civilian, 2 police officers and a UMF police sergeant for their response to a June 3 cardiac emergency on Front Street.
Arts festival on Harry’s Hill in Starks marks 36 years
The Happening returns June 18-21 to Harry Brown’s Farm in Starks for its 36th year, with music, camping, art, workshops and a lineup that reflects the festival’s long evolution.
Farmington celebrates Mt. Blue’s class of 2026
Mt. Blue High School’s Class of 2026 marked graduation June 7 in Farmington with speeches urging graduates to remember those who supported them, value their time and choose kindness.
Western Maine camping guide spans Webb Lake to White Mountains
A western Maine camping guide begins with Mount Blue, Dummer’s Beach and Grafton Notch, then branches into nearby New Hampshire campgrounds and AMC huts.
Carrabassett Valley man charged in girlfriend’s shooting death pleads not guilty
Police say Austin J. Doucette shot Makayla DeSantis twice in the chest in March. Doucette told police it was accidental.
Farmington grads urged to listen, show up and not waste time
Mt. Blue High School’s Class of 2026 celebrated graduation June 7 in Farmington with speeches focused on friendship, time, challenge and kindness.
A guide to 2026 Maine ag fairs
Nothing says rural like an agricultural fair and Maine offers 26 of them, from June to October.
Farmington youth fishing derby brings in children from 8 towns
The Farmington Rotary Club’s annual youth fishing derby drew 24 children to Fish ’N Play, where Cohen Mitchell, of Jay, won the biggest fish prize.
Farmington tech school honors students at recognition ceremony
Foster Career & Technical Education Center recognized students June 1 for completing programs and other accomplishments.
Wilton approves road, Wilson Lake wall contracts
Selectpersons approved paving and Wilson Lake retaining wall contracts for work expected to begin this summer.
UMF Emery Center to show Phil Poirier landscapes this summer
The University of Maine at Farmington to present a solo exhibit of landscape paintings by Rumford native Phil Poirier from June 13 to Sept. 17 in Farmington.
Jay family joins record Alton Weagle Day ascent on Mount Washington
Three western Maine residents joined a record 46 participants May 23 for Alton Weagle Day on the Mount Washington Auto Road.
Wilton native sets murder mystery in western Maine
‘Means and Motive,’ Andrew Oliver’s first published novel, is an ‘homage to the region,’ as a fictional Franklin County police chief investigates a murder during a winter storm.
Get lost with us on a Sunday drive through western Maine
Feel like a leisurely drive on a beautiful day? Want to enjoy all the scenery that western Maine has to offer? We’ve got the guide for you.
UMF Summer Daze Camp returns with time-travel theme
The Fitness and Recreation Center will offer its annual summer camp from June 15 to Aug. 7 for children entering grades one to seven.
High Peaks Alliance seeks volunteers for summer trail work
The volunteers will focus on erosion, drainage and long-term trail access in the High Peaks Region.
Wilton mulls Town Office design after high repair bid
Selectpersons rejected a $174,757 siding and window bid and voted to seek architectural proposals for possible building expansion.
Fire at Chaos Coffee Cafe in Wilton ruled accidental
The fire on Sunday is believed to have started on the first floor in the rear of the building, sending one person to the hospital, authorities said.
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