Fairfield-area school board hears concerns from resident and board member at meeting

The $214,616 increase included in the latest rejected budget was of deep concern to residents, some of whom suggested SAD 49's School Board begin prioritizing education over extracurricular activities to cut costs.

Reasons why Fairfield-area school budget failed to pass for a second time unclear to officials

Though school officials are unsure of the second budget failure, former school board member Shelley Rudnicki says it has to do with the $200,000 increase from the original budget.

Fairfield-based school district’s residents reject reduced budget

This is the second School Administrative District 49 budget proposal to be thwarted, the first having failed in a June 11 referendum.

Fairfield-area residents to vote on reduced school budget Tuesday

The new budget, which was approved by the school board on July 9, reflects a $56,477 spending decrease from the version rejected by voters at the last referendum

Albion Troop 446 recognizes three Eagle Scouts

Scouts Seth Pellerin, Michael and Jonathan Roy awarded medals June 30.

Carter, Pellerin named to Springfield College dean’s list

Fairfield-based school district begins search for interim superintendent

Monday evening's school board meeting answered some important questions about School Administrative District 49's plans to address administrative matters for the upcoming school year.

Former Libertarian House candidate charged with attempted murder, car chase in Albion

Christopher Hallowell, 24, of Bath, was arrested at 8:15 a.m. Monday after allegedly shooting a 29-year-old relative in Shirley and leading state police on a car chase in Albion.

Controversial Fairfield-area superintendent announces resignation

Reza Namin, who made waves throughout the course of his one-year term as superintendent of School Administrative District 49, wrote in an email Tuesday to school staff that he has accepted a position with another organization.

Wedding bells ring at Maine Veterans’ Homes — Augusta

Couple decide to share their wedding with residents and staff.