Lauren Abbate

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Published
October 20, 2015

Town of Farmington accused of violating state law on removal of grave markers

The Revolutionary War grave markers were removed last week with the intention of preserving them at the Farmington Historical Society.
Published
October 20, 2015

Wilton residents OK accepting $4.1M in federal funds to upgrade water treatment plant

A $2.75 million loan and a $1.35 million grant from the U.S. Department of Agriculture will be used to complete a six-year revamp of Wilton’s waste water system.
Published
October 18, 2015

Firefighters battle blaze at barn in Bingham

The fire broke out on Meadow Street on Sunday afternoon.
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October 18, 2015

Farmington family uprooted after fire destroys home

The Bates family is having to start from scratch after a fire destroyed their home and all of their belongings.
Published
October 18, 2015

UMF student receives award for academic success despite adversity

University of Maine at Farmington freshman has endured personal struggles but wants to use her experiences to help others.
Published
October 17, 2015

Franklin County organization takes on child abuse, neglect as community issue

The Franklin County Children’s Task Force held its 25th annual Kids Walk for Kids to raise awareness and money to help prevent child abuse.
Published
October 15, 2015

No criminal charges to be brought against Farmington day care owner

Two 3-year-olds wandered away for two hours Monday and were found at a nearby home.
Published
October 15, 2015

Deputy shocks New Sharon woman with Taser after she disobeys commands

Carol Murphy, who has several Franklin County animal cruelty convictions, was arrested Wednesday after she failed to stop her truck for a sheriff’s deputy.
Published
October 14, 2015

Farmington Selectmen discuss options for collecting overdue taxes

The Board of Selectmen discussed two agenda items that seek to collect delinquent property taxes owed to the town.
Published
October 14, 2015

Family, friends celebrate ‘Holland strong’ at memorial service

Merchant mariner and Wilton native Michael Holland, who was lost at sea when the El Faro sank during Hurricane Joaquin, was remembered as generous and kind-hearted.