The Farmington Mercury

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🛍️ Arrest report: 27‑yr‑old Esmeralda Jimenez picked up Aug. 27 for trespass & sixth‑degree larceny (shoplifting). Bond $5K; she posted it quickly
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🏫 Progress at Farmington HS: invoices approved, bleachers & retaining wall completed, greenhouse almost ready
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. Meetings scheduled Sept. 3 & Sept. 17
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🛑 BREAKING: Local researcher conducts unauthorized field study on stop sign effectiveness while allegedly drinking and driving. Results inconclusive, court date pending. Science! 🧪⚖️
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🛠️ Cupola done ✅ Windows 80% in
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. 1928 Committee green‑lights new ductwork & plans a Sept. 23 hard‑hat tour—see the Town Hall makeover
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🚔 One arrest Aug. 29–Sept. 2: Tina Gunderson picked up for DUI & bad parking; bond $2.5K; court Sept. 19
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. Dive into the Museum Air recap: https://t.co/q2vVIVxPWR

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🚨 NB Ave chase ends as 55‑yr‑old is arrested for driving under suspension & fleeing police. He posts a $15K bond; court Sept. 3
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🏆 Did you know @Farmington_CT's Teacher of the Year was announced? Get the full story and see how Farmington is celebrating its exceptional educators. Special thanks to Farmington Storage for making it possible! #WeAreFarmington #Alpha #ReadLocal https://t.co/0qxKVQsUTl

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🚍 It’s not just about buses and books—@Farmington_CT is buzzing with change. From recognizing top educators to transportation updates, we've got it all covered, thanks to Farmington Storage! #WeAreFarmington #Alpha #ReadLocal https://t.co/0qxKVQsUTl

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Miss the Farmington High School Building Committee meeting? Don’t worry, we didn’t. Get caught up on what’s next for our town’s biggest project. 🔨 @Farmington_CT #WeAreFarmington #Alpha #ReadLocal https://t.co/yK8H4IEPmY

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🚌 Still talking about school buses in @Farmington_CT! From driver shortages to route changes, we’re breaking down all the details from the latest Board of Ed meeting. Big thanks to Farmington Storage for supporting local news! #WeAreFarmington #Alpha #ReadLocal https://t.co/v8C77hVlTp

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Big decisions and endless "ayes" at the latest Farmington High School Committee meeting! 🎓 Stay informed about the progress on the new school project. @Farmington_CT is in the loop! #WeAreFarmington #Alpha #ReadLocal https://t.co/yK8H4IEPmY

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78 shrubs vs. invasive plants! 🌾 Find out what went down at last night’s Farmington Wetlands Commission meeting. Big thanks to our sponsor, Farmington Storage!
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What happens when a committee says 'aye' 100 times? Progress! Get the full story on Farmington’s high school project and what it means for the town. 🏫 @Farmington_CT #WeAreFarmington #Alpha #ReadLocal https://t.co/yK8H4IEPmY

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Cease-and-desist orders, 78 shrubs, and a wetlands showdown—Farmington's environmental drama unfolds at Vine Hill Road! 🌿 Dive into the details with @Farmington_CT.
#WeAreFarmington #Alpha #ReadLocal
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Full-length books being dropped from the curriculum? At this rate, we’ll all be reading one-sentence novels by 2025. Read @sharonlurye’s @AP article on this disturbing trend in today’s @HartfordCourant. @Farmington_CT, let’s fix this. #WeAreFarmington #Alpha #ReadLocal https://t.co/fYrHa95mMu

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Calling all history enthusiasts! Unionville's Historic Walking Tour is coming soon. Experience the charm and stories of our beloved town. Sept 28-29. Join us! #WeAreFarmington #Historic #Alpha Learn More: https://t.co/VWN6Ojm89c

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Students deserve more than summaries and excerpts. Thanks to @sharonlurye for her powerful piece in @hartfordcourant on the importance of full-length reading. Let’s keep pushing for real education reform! #WeAreFarmington #Alpha #ReadLocal https://t.co/PotdIUIj8w

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Kids aren’t reading full books in class anymore? Perfect! Who needs critical thinking, empathy, or understanding when you’ve got TikTok summaries. Great article by @sharonlurye in today’s @AP @HartfordCourant. Because who needs To Kill a Mockingbird anyway? #WeAreFarmington #Alpha #ReadLocal https://t.co/fYrHa95mMu

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Our schools are cutting corners by ditching full-length books. Thanks to @sharonlurye and @AP for highlighting this issue in @hartfordcourant. We need to demand better for our students. Full books matter. #WeAreFarmington #Alpha #ReadLocal https://t.co/PotdIUIj8w

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Voting from the comfort of your couch? Yes, please! Farmington makes absentee ballots the stress-free way to vote. 🛋️🗳️ #WeAreFarmington #Beta #LocalNews #Election2024 Learn More: https://t.co/R3Pg4myNqP