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Farmington Bike Committee Grapples with Cyclist Safety and Trail Enhancements

Jack Beckett2 months ago2 months ago06 mins

Farmington Bicycle Committee tackles safety concerns, new trail RFP, and the future of biking in Farmington, CT 🚴‍♀️ Learn more about their December meeting outcomes.

Farmington’s Flows & Phosphorus: WPCA’s Record-Breaking Month & Grease-Busting Wins

Jack Beckett2 months ago06 mins

Farmington’s water management updates: record nitrogen removal, pump upgrades, and grease busting! Watch the Water Pollution Control meeting highlights here.

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Building Blocks of Farmington’s Future: Key Moments from the 1928 Building Committee Meeting

Jack Beckett2 months ago2 months ago04 mins

Catch up on Farmington’s latest meeting: new contractors, key votes, quotes, and plans for the future. Watch the full meeting now! 🚧🗳️

Farmington’s Federal Funds Breakdown: A Million-Dollar Puzzle 🧩

Jack Beckett2 months ago2 months ago04 mins

Farmington’s schools rely on $1.5M in federal funds. What does that mean for your kids? Dive into the numbers and watch the meeting replay! 🎥👩‍🏫

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Board of Education’s Legal Playbook: Civics 101 Revisited

Jack Beckett2 months ago05 mins

Farmington’s BOE gets a legal civics refresher: governance, grievances, and why you can’t hit reply all. Must-watch moments from the special session 📜.

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A Farewell Fit for a Legend: Farmington Bids Goodbye to Kim Nguyen

Jack Beckett2 months ago06 mins

Assistant Superintendent Kim Nguyen honored for 40 stellar years of service to Farmington Schools. Heartfelt moments, legacies, and laughs included. 🎉 Watch the celebration!

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Pajamas and Pixels: The Apple Store’s New Dress Code 🛍️💻

Jack Beckett3 months ago3 months ago05 mins

Farmington’s Apple Store goes from tech temple to pajama party. Jack Beckett asks: Is the future really this fuzzy? Read the latest editorial now! 🧸📱

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🚨 Farmington Crime Files: Mischief and Mayhem on Main Street and Beyond! 🍷🎨

Jack Beckett3 months ago3 months ago04 mins

Farmington Police logs reveal DUI and criminal mischief arrests—because Farmington doesn’t sleep, it just posts bail. Thanks to Farmington Storage for keeping us organized!