Next Chapters Bookhouse Is Open on River Road in Unionville
The Next Chapters Bookhouse opened Sept. 3 at 218 River Road in Unionville, three months after it cleared zoning as a parking calculation.
Jack Beckett·Sep 17, 2026
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A Headstone Carver Gets a Showroom on Route 6
A Bristol headstone carver says customers can't find his shop. Farmington just approved a row of his carved monuments outside a former frame shop on Route 6.
Jack Beckett·Oct 8, 2026
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Farmington Libraries’ 50-Duck Hunt: Find One, Keep One
The Farmington Libraries launched a hunt for 50 green rubber ducks in public spaces. Find one, check in at a branch, and keep it.
Jack Beckett·Sep 6, 2026
Hartford Baking Co. Turns 16: Two Sandwiches for $16
The bakery at 767 Farmington Avenue turns 16 on Tuesday, September 1, with two sandwiches for $16 and a Birthday Cake Latte made for the day.
Jack Beckett·Aug 30, 2026
Used Bookstore and Cafe Coming to River Road in Unionville
The Next Chapters Bookhouse, a used bookstore and cafe built for slow browsing, cleared its last zoning step on June 22 and is headed for a…
Jack Beckett·Jun 26, 2026
Farmington Cleanup: 89 Volunteers, 2,200 Pounds of Trash
Eighty-nine volunteers turned out for Farmington's town-wide cleanup on Saturday, April 25, weighing in 1,339 pounds of trash and filling trucks that…
Henry Whitfield·May 7, 2026
Farmington Bulky Waste Collection Starts Monday: Last Call
Spring bulky waste collection starts Monday, April 20. Here's a quick reminder of the rules before you drag anything to the curb.
Jack Beckett·Apr 19, 2026
Farmington Bulky Waste, April 20–24: What Goes to the Curb
Farmington's spring bulky waste collection runs April 20–24. Here's what the Town will take, what it won't, and how to get your items to the curb…
Jack Beckett·Apr 15, 2026
Farmington Jobs and Board Seats: Firefighter, Golf Starter
Farmington’s hiring, appointing, and recruiting: golf ops, part-time firefighters, and a bench of boards from design review to river stewardship.
Jack Beckett·Sep 7, 2025
Farmington Jobs: Clerks, Firefighter/EMT, Golf Course Roles
Farmington is hiring across offices, streets, greens, and firehouses—with clear pay, deadlines, and how to apply.
Jack Beckett·Aug 13, 2025
Six Jobs and a Dozen Boards: Work or Volunteer in Farmington
Farmington posts six jobs—from $16-an-hour tee‑time wrangler to $81k firefighter—and a smorgasbord of board seats.
Jack Beckett·Jul 29, 2025
Farmington Hiring for Three Jobs, Plus Volunteer Board Seats
Three town jobs—from golf‑course ranger to part‑time firefighter—plus 13 volunteer seats are open in Farmington.
Jack Beckett·Jul 3, 2025
J.Crew Factory to Open at The Shops at Farmington Valley
J.Crew Factory will open at The Shops at Farmington Valley in Canton this fall, joining FP Movement, Sweetgreen, and other recent additions.
Jack Beckett·May 8, 2025
Farmington Toy Drive Seeks Gifts for Local Teens and Tweens
Spread holiday cheer! 🎄 Farmington’s Toy Drive needs your help with gifts for teens & tweens on Dec. 12 at the Community Center. Details inside!
Jack Beckett·Dec 6, 2024
Farmington Volleyball Rallies Past Bristol Central for Title
Farmington Volleyball’s epic comeback: down 2 sets, they decided to spice things up and win the hard way. Drama, digs, and glory—get all the details!
Jack Beckett·Nov 18, 2024
Jack Beckett's Budget Dinner Plan for Farmington Families
Tasty, budget-friendly dinners for the whole family! 🍽️ Thanks to Farmington Storage for giving my pantry overflow a home 🏠 #FeedingFarmington
Jack Beckett·Oct 21, 2024
Mom Preps a Week of Meals From Highland Park Market Flyer
Meal prep is tough—especially with a gluten-free, vegan kid in tow! See how a local mom aced it with Highland Park Market.
Jack Beckett·Oct 16, 2024
Farmington Land Trust Gets $20,000 to Plan Accessible Pier
Farmington Land Trust lands $20K to plan accessible fishing pier. Farmingtoners rejoice—fish, access, and riverbank restoration ahead.
Jack Beckett·Oct 7, 2024
A Budget Gluten-Free Meal Plan From Highland Park Market
🍽️ Harry’s Guide to Gourmet on a Budget: Gluten-Free, Local, and Hilarious 🥦🐟 Who says a 40+ single guy can’t be a budget-friendly home chef?
Jack Beckett·Oct 6, 2024
Highland Park Market's Sept. 29 Specials: Dinners for Two
Looking for a week of budget-friendly dinners? We’ve got recipes from Highland Park Market’s September 29th flyer to help you fake culinary excellence.
Jack Beckett·Oct 1, 2024