AUGUSTA — Abnaki Council 334 Knights of Columbus plans to hold a fabric giveaway to those that make quilts, blankets and crafts for children, veterans, hospitals and more. The initiative is scheduled for 2-7 p.m. Wednesday-Friday, July 12-14, at the American Legion Post 205, 400 Eastern Ave. There will be hundreds of remnants of fabric, […]
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Winslow student makes University of Alabama president’s list
TUSCALOOSA, Ala. — Catherine Gibbs of Winslow was named to the 2023 spring semester president’s list at the University of Alabama. Check out other upcoming area events!
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Local students make Clark University dean’s list
WORCESTER, Mass. — Six local students have been named to Clark University’s 2023 spring dean’s list. First honors: Devlin I. Geisler of Farmingdale, Ellie C. Hodgkin of Manchester and Anna Pellerin of Winslow. Second honors: Brexton E. Getchell of Unity, Kiely E. MacDonald of Readfield and Caleb J. Sacks of Palermo. Students must have a GPA […]
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Dresden Summerfest set for July 9
DRESDEN — The grounds of the historic Pownalborough Court House at 23 Court House Road will be filled with the sounds of a summer day from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Sunday, July 9. This annual free event features horse and wagon rides, goat petting, music by Halfmoon Jug Band, face painting, fanciful balloons, food […]
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Vassalboro student makes Eastern Connecticut State University dean’s list
WILLIMANTIC, Conn. — Olivia Bourque of Vassalboro, a sophomore majoring in psychology, has made the 2023 spring semester dean’s list Eastern Connecticut State University. To qualify for the list, full-time students must complete a minimum of 12 credits in letter-graded courses with an average GPA of 3.5 or higher in the semester. Check […]
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Madison student graduates from Shenandoah University
WINCHESTER, Va. — Ashley Carrier of Madison graduated from Shenandoah University during the 2022-23 academic year. Carrier earned a Bachelor of Science degree in public health. Check out upcoming area events!
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Shakespeare company to hold auditions July 17, 19
Recycled Shakespeare Company plans this month to hold auditions for its theatrical production, “The Poe Experience.” Auditions run from 6-8 p.m. Monday, July 17, at Fairfield House of Pizza, 207 Main St. in Fairfield, and 6-8 p.m. Wednesday, July 19 at the South Parish Congregational Church, 9 Church St. in Augusta. This one-night-only show will […]
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Augusta hospital nominated to win most beautiful hospital award
MaineGeneral Medical Center in Augusta is one of 50 hospitals nationwide nominated in an America’s Most Beautiful Hospital contest. The center was voted for its edifice built in 2013. The 198-bed acute care hospital campus was designed by frontline and senior leadership. The center is surrounded by natural foliage and rolling hills, and is home […]
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Whitefield library seeks donations for book, yard sale July 8
The Whitefield Library is looking for donations for its annual used book and yard sale, set for 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday, July 8 at 1 Arlington Lane. Items can be brought to the library from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Friday, July 7 or by 9 a.m. Saturday, July 8. Besides books, […]
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Capital Area Technical Center presents scholarships, toolship awards
AUGUSTA — Capital Area Technical Center recently recognized students with scholarships and tool awards. Schools represented include Cony High School, Erskine Academy, Gardiner Area High School, Hall-Dale High School, Maranacook Community High School, Monmouth Academy, Richmond High School and Winthrop High School. Cony High School Cooper Bernstein: Graphic Design Activity Fund Scholarship; Mason Brann: Auto […]