The historic family home of Maine Gov. Janet Mills is now on the market in Farmington, offering vintage charm, modern updates and redevelopment potential.
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Why Santa was evicted from Mt. Blue Plaza in Farmington
A pop-up photo booth with Santa Claus was shut down.
University of Maine System reports historically high retention rate
More than 75% of undergraduates who were enrolled last fall returned to school this year. The system said that’s the highest number since retention data tracking began 2 decades ago.
Former Jay man denied another review of his 2019 murder conviction
James E. “Ted” Sweeney, 64, was convicted of murder of his girlfriend in 2019 and was sentenced to 38 years in prison.
Federal appeals court upholds prosecution of couple in Franklin County marijuana, money laundering case
Eleven people are under indictment in the case, five have pleaded guilty; in addition, a former assistant district attorney pleaded guilty and sentenced, and a Strong businessman has pleaded guilty for his involvement.
Farmington’s only homeless shelter closed in 2020. Efforts to open a new one have failed.
In western Maine, services are provided through a decentralized patchwork of nonprofits, school liaisons and other assistance programs.
Franklin County register of probate on administrative leave pending investigation
Heidi Jordan was elected to her first term as register of probate in November 2021 and is seeking election to a second, four-year term on Nov. 5.
Some University of Maine at Farmington properties headed for sale sometime in 2025
The University of Maine at Farmington plans to sell several properties as part of a strategic plan to enhance financial sustainability, operational efficiency, and better align resources with the needs of today’s students.
Feds expand study on Coburn Gore border crossing in western Maine
The U.S. General Services Administration plans to spend $85 million to $95 million to modernize the U.S. Customs and Border Protection station on the Quebec border.
Violent, unstable and wanting a gun: Farmington family struggles to help their teenage son and protect others
As the teen approaches 18 and the age for legal gun ownership, his family continues to look for answers to his mental illness.