Colby’s Dorm Electricity Competition, which focused on reducing electricity consumption, is one of several ways the college is exposing students to sustainable living.
Lauren Abbate
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Job seekers do their homework in preparation for Waterville job fair
A workshop Wednesday at the Waterville Public Library was an eye-opener for unemployed area residents hoping for success at next week’s event, which will feature more than 30 businesses.
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Wilton seeking nomination papers for selectman seats
Nomination papers for two selectboard seats and one Regional School Unit 9 board director position are due next week, but no one has filed.
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Franklin County Commissioners begin review of county budget
On Tuesday commissioners began a review of the proposed 2016-2017 budget, which will continue through Wednesday before a figure is finalized.
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Farmington’s Earth Day effort grows into townwide event
From downtown cleanup to Adopt-a-Park to University of Maine at Farmington tree plantings, Farmington has the 46-year-old global environment celebration covered.
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Western Maine Play Museum making slow but steady progress in Wilton
Exterior renovation work on the proposed children’s museum began this week, and organizers hope it adds momentum to the effort to raise $750,000.
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Pot brownies at RSU 9 prompt school policy proposal
The Regional School Unit 9 board of directors will consider a policy April 26 about medical marijuana guidelines amid what Superintendent Tom Ward called a ‘trend’ of students bringing marijuana baked goods to school.
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Wilton considering abandoned-property amendment
Property owners would have to notify the town when their property becomes empty or abandoned and provide contact information, but wouldn’t come before town before June 2017.
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TIF delay won’t slow Farmington Woodlands memory care residence
An owner of the Waterville-based company said plans for the 36-bed residence for seniors with memory impairment should begin once agreement is reached with selectmen.
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Farmington selectmen delay hiring full-time firefighters
The hiring of the first two full-time firefighters recommended by Fire Chief Terry Bell was postponed after the board learned that a nepotism clause in the town’s hiring policy makes them ineligible for the jobs.