Events, nonprofits, local business, and the life of the town beyond government and police.
The Community desk covers what makes Farmington a place people want to live — from the Unionville Village Fair to library programs, youth sports, and the people who show up. If it's happening in town and it's not a zoning hearing or an arrest report, you'll find it here.
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Farmington’s hiring, appointing, and recruiting: golf ops, part-time firefighters, and a bench of boards from design review to river stewardship. All links, all facts, all local—apply and serve. ☕️
Jack Beckett·Sep 7, 2025
Three town jobs—from golf‑course ranger to part‑time firefighter—plus 13 volunteer seats are open in Farmington. Here’s the pay, the contacts, and the deadlines.
Jack Beckett·Jul 3, 2025
Clickable guide to every Farmington board, committee, and commission from mid‑June through mid‑July—what’s on, what’s cancelled, and where to click for the agenda.
Jack Beckett·Jun 16, 2025
Rain, compost and a baby break: Farmington’s Green Efforts Committee plots tents, counts apples 🍏, and adjourns until September.
Jack Beckett·Jun 5, 2025
Farmington’s latest Water Pollution Control meeting covered wastewater intricacies, ammonia breakdown, and an unforgettable chicken manure incident.
Jack Beckett·May 16, 2025
🚧 Cyclists blast Farmington’s Route 4 as unsafe—demand urgent improvements; trails praised, streets panned. 😬
Jack Beckett·Apr 14, 2025
🌳 Farmington Green Efforts Committee plans Cleanup Day, partners with Lions Club for recycling. Get the details & watch the meeting here 👉 [YouTube Link] #FarmingtonCT
Jack Beckett·Mar 5, 2025
🌱 Farmington Green Efforts Committee tackles composting, dark skies, & tree planting! Catch up on every detail & see how you can help make a greener town. Watch the meeting here! 🎥
Jack Beckett·Feb 11, 2025
Water Pollution Control team shares wins and challenges 🌊. See how innovation and grit keep our town clean and green.
Jack Beckett·Jan 9, 2025
Farmington’s Green Efforts Committee plans for April cleanup and more! Find out how you can get involved in keeping our town green and beautiful. ♻️
Jack Beckett·Jan 8, 2025
Nostalgia alert! Hartford commemorates 50 years of the Whalers with events, memories, and hope for NHL hockey’s return.
Jack Beckett·Jan 3, 2025
Farmington Bicycle Committee tackles safety concerns, new trail RFP, and the future of biking in Farmington, CT 🚴♀️ Learn more about their December meeting outcomes.
Jack Beckett·Dec 12, 2024
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! 🧸📱
Jack Beckett·Dec 10, 2024
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
A pug steals the show! Vito wins 2024 National Dog Show’s “Best in Show,” breaking terrier dominance. Judges are smitten with his charm 🐶.
Jack Beckett·Dec 6, 2024
Farmington’s Green Efforts Committee tackled composting, recycling, and light pollution on Dec. 3. Read for practical tips and local updates! 🌎♻️
Jack Beckett·Dec 5, 2024
Learn why The Farmington Mercury rejects Google Ads and what Canada’s battle against Big Tech reveals about monopolies crushing local journalism. #WeAreFarmington
Jack Beckett·Dec 4, 2024
“Brain rot” is 2024’s Oxford Word of the Year, a fitting roast of our obsession with endless scrolling 📱. Dive into the digital decay 🍿 and what it says about us. 👀
Jack Beckett·Dec 4, 2024
Dyslexic aerospace engineer Meghan Buchanan conquers Everest and life’s challenges with GGRIT—gratitude, growth, resilience, integrity, and tenacity. Be inspired by her neurodivergent triumph!
Jack Beckett·Dec 4, 2024
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! 😂🔥 #ComebackQueens
Jack Beckett·Nov 18, 2024