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Department hearing on Fryeburg Fair date change draws sharp debate over vendor and attendance impacts At a Department of Agriculture, Conservation and Forestry hearing, Fryeburg Fair asked to add a Saturday opening in 2026'029; Fryeburg representatives cited large weekend attendance and regional economic benefits, while Cumberland Fair intervenors said Fryeburg's unlicensed early opening in 2025 cost Cumberland ~800 paid adult attendees and about $12,000 on a single Saturday; the commissioner will deliberate and issue a decision by Feb. 20, 2026.

A heated debate is brewing over the Fryeburg Fair's proposal to change its dates, with claims of significant economic impacts and attendance losses on the line.

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California Worker Outreach Project Enhances Access at Community Events Across State ALRB staff actively engage farm workers at various outreach events throughout California.

The Agricultural Labor Relations Board is on a mission to empower California's farm workers by actively engaging with them through community events and vital outreach initiatives.

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Oregon County prepares for new livestock position and outreach program changes County discusses new livestock support roles and planned Latino outreach budget expansion.

Umatilla County is set to revolutionize its agricultural support with a new livestock extension agent and a groundbreaking initiative aimed at enhancing outreach to Latino communities.

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