42-year-old Farmington Gifford's Ice Cream stand closes permanently due to flood damage and factory fire recovery.

Maine's Gifford's Ice Cream has permanently closed its 42-year-old Farmington stand, citing flood damage and ongoing recovery from a factory fire as the reasons. The stand, which opened in 1982, had been closed since the end of the 2023 season due to severe flooding in December 2022. Despite exploring various options, the company ultimately decided to close the stand after the devastating floods and fire at their Skowhegan plant. The closure marks the end of an era for the Farmington community, where the ice cream stand had become a cherished gathering spot.

August 21, 2024
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