Kaitlin Schroeder

Staff Writer

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Published
May 3, 2015

Needs grow for Mt. Blue special education services

The Mt. Blue school district has seen a 35 percent increase in students who need special services, which follows the schools increase in the percent of low-income students qualified for the free or reduced lunch program.
Published
April 30, 2015

Farmington to try again to shore up Sandy River bank

First crop of trees planted to protect repair work on embankment died in winter, so more seedlings will be planted next week.
Published
April 30, 2015

Franklin County historical societies to hold tours

On June 6 and again on Oct. 10, historical societies and museums across the county invite the public to visit.
Published
April 29, 2015

Free summer lunch program planned for Farmington children

Old South First Congregational Church approved to have volunteers serve free and reduced lunches at Bjorn Park, June 29 to July 20.
Published
April 28, 2015

Farmington library books accidentally sent to New Mexico

Two out-of-state libraries tried to loan material to the library in Farmington, Maine, but sent the packages to Farmington, N.M.
Published
April 28, 2015

Joan Benoit Samuelson to speak at UMF commencement

Olympian to deliver address at University of Maine at Farmington graduation May 16.
Published
April 26, 2015

Firefighters training in Oakland learn how to take a car apart

Often without compensation for their time, firefighters put in hour after hour practicing techniques that will save lives.
Published
April 26, 2015

West Forks boxer charged with criminal speeding in Madison

Police say Brandon Berry was clocked going 128 mph in a 45-mph zone on U.S. Route 201 on Saturday night.
Published
April 26, 2015

Mid-Maine Technical Center to offer criminal justice course

Increased demand prompted the offering while interest in graphics program suffered from low enrollment.
Published
April 25, 2015

New Sharon meth raid home up for sale

Drug enforcement agents warn the property for sale might still contain hazardous substances after a raid on an alleged amphetamine manufacturing operation.