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Farmington’s Sewer Woes, Aging Pumps, and Mountainside’s Rockslide: Will the Town Survive?

Jack Beckett5 months ago5 months ago011 mins

Farmington battles failing pump stations, sewer deferments, and rock-filled drains at every turn. Can they handle it? Sponsored by Farmington Storage at 155 Scott Swamp Rd. Call 860-777-4001 📞🛠️

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Farmington’s Bicycle Advisory Committee Debates Fences, Mosquitoes, and Water Fountains at September 2023 Meeting

Jack Beckett5 months ago013 mins

Mosquitoes, missing agendas, and a stubborn fence! 🚴‍♂️ Farmington’s Bicycle Advisory Committee tackles infrastructure and laughs during their September 2023 meeting.

A black and white stipple art illustration showing a humorous scene of an arrest outside a shopping mall in Farmington, Connecticut, from September 6-10, 2024. The police officer holds handcuffs near the arrested individual, surrounded by scattered handbags, with curious onlookers observing the event. The background features suburban buildings and trees.

Farmington Crime Spree: Larceny, Shoplifting, and Mischief at West Farms Mall – A Week of Pure Suburban Drama

Jack Beckett5 months ago6 months ago09 mins

🛍️ Larceny at West Farms Mall, petty crime conspiracies, and criminal mischief run wild in Farmington! Read our absurd breakdown of the town’s most thrilling arrests this week. 😲 #FarmingtonCrime

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Local Wetlands Commission Approves Pavilion, Prevents Total Ecological Meltdown (Probably)

Jack Beckett5 months ago6 months ago09 mins

Farmington’s Wetlands Commission approves a pavilion, a deck, and narrowly avoids environmental catastrophe. But hey, at least your pond’s safe… for now. 🌳😬 #WetlandsCrisis

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Town Meeting Somehow Makes Tree Removal Sound Exciting: Farmington Tackles Ridge Lines, Parking Woes, and Nana’s New Pad

Jack Beckett5 months ago08 mins

🌳 Tree fights & Starbucks crosswalks? Farmington, CT’s riveting zoning drama takes the stage at 155 Scott Swamp Rd. Can Nana’s cottage save the day? Call Farmington Storage at 860.777.4001!

A humorous black-and-white stipple illustration of a chaotic construction site for a half-finished high school auditorium. Workers are lounging around lazily, while a frustrated town council member holds blueprints with a speech bubble saying, "It’s almost done… except for all the parts that aren’t." In the background, a clock tower looms, with its hands showing that it's late. A banner reading "Farmington High School Opening" is humorously crossed out with "Someday" written underneath, surrounded by scattered tools and materials.

Farmington’s High School: Almost Done! Just Ignore the Missing Theater and a Few Minor Details

Jack Beckett5 months ago015 mins

Farmington’s shiny new high school is almost finished—if you don’t count the auditorium! Read how the town council pivots like pros. Farmington Storage, 155 Scott Swamp Rd, can hold your hopes!

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Local Town Meeting Plots World Domination, Settles for Walking Tour Instead at 222 Main St.

Jack Beckett6 months ago010 mins

Unionville plots world domination—starting with a historic walking tour! Join the rebellion at 222 Main St., Farmington, CT, or stay home and miss the sunscreen. ☀️ #LocalHistory #FarmingtonFun

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Farmington High School Committee Prepares for Open House and New Community Newsletter

Jack Beckett6 months ago6 months ago09 mins

🎉 Farmington’s Building Committee plans an October open house for the new high school, sharing exciting updates in their latest newsletter! 📅 Sign up details coming soon. #FarmingtonHigh #CommunityUpdates

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Farmington Committee Sets Record for Shortest Meeting, Still Fails to Save the Planet

Jack Beckett6 months ago08 mins

The Farmington Green Efforts Committee meets, barely achieves quorum, and adjourns in record time. At least they approved the minutes! 155 Scott Swamp Rd, Farmington, CT 06032. 📅 #NotSavingThePlanet

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Farmington’s Civic Thrill Ride: The Week of Meetings That Will Change Everything (or Nothing)

Jack Beckett6 months ago06 mins

Get ready, Farmington! This week’s meetings at 1 Monteith Dr. & 155 Scott Swamp Rd. promise all the excitement of paint drying. Don’t miss out! 📜💤 #FarmingtonGovernment