The Friends of Messalonskee plan to conduct a survey Sept. 29 and 30 of the developed land areas in the Messalonskee Lake watershed, which includes portions of land within Oakland, Belgrade, Sidney, Mount Vernon, Readfield, Manchester and Augusta. The survey is meant to identify and prioritize sources of erosion and stormwater runoff that may affect […]
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Union library to host virtual talk by author of ‘Downeast’
Gigi Georges is scheduled to give a virtual presentation of her book “Downeast” at 7 p.m. Wednesday, Sept. 29, as part of the “Vose or Virtual Wednesday” series. Georges turned to narrative non-fiction writing after an extensive career in politics, public service, and academia. A former White House special assistant to the president and United […]
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Maine Huts & Trails to open this winter
Maine Huts & Trails plans to reopen this upcoming winter season with renewed focus and energy and a hospitality experience thoughtfully evolved for the COVID-adjusted world. MH&T is reinventing itself with different thinking, with changes not to the experiences offered, but how they are offered. Previously, night-stays were offered by the bunk. Guests now will […]
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NH college names local students to president’s list
MANCHESTER, N.H. — Southern New Hampshire University has named the following local students to the summer 2021 president’s list: Heather Grant of West Gardiner, Christopher Poole of Greene, Joshua Zayac of Windsor, Danielle Pierce of Jefferson, Alice Cantrell of Clinton, Shannon Buzzell of Oakland, Nikki Escobar of Mount Vernon and Jeffery Wheeler of Waterville. Also, […]
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NH college announces local dean’s list students
MANCHESTER, N.H. — Southern New Hampshire University has named the following local students to the summer dean’s list: Katelyn Perry of Pittston, Carrielee Harvey of Waterville, Daneca Rabassa of Greene, Nicholas Small of Dresden, Cari-Anne Higgins of Unity, Courtney Webster of Jay and Bryar Smith of Strong. Full-time students who have earned a minimum grade-point average of […]
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Healthy Living for ME to offer fall leader trainings
Healthy Living for ME plans to offer trainings this fall for future workshop leaders. Any interested Mainer can join the trainings, and community organizations can have their staff or volunteers participate. Healthy Living for ME offers free and low-cost workshops to help Mainers prevent and manage conditions and improve their overall health and wellness. Zoom, […]
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Central Maine business briefs: UMF recognized as top 10 college by U.S. News & World Report
People & Places: Forbes calls Skowhegan Savings best bank in Maine — and third in the nation.
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Textile conservator to talk about antique samplers
Textile conservator Susan Jerome plans to discuss antique samplers at 3 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 25, at the Pownalborough Court House, at 23 Courthouse Road in Dresden. Jerome’s talk, hosted by the Lincoln County Historical Association, will explore how samplers are an expression of American culture and folklore. Guests will have an opportunity to view LCHA’s […]
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Benton Grange plans Sept. 25 open house
The Benton Grange has planned an open house with a potluck supper at 5:30 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 25. All are welcome to bring a dish to the Grange, located at 29 River Road in Benton. Entertainment and membership certification presentations will follow at 7 p.m. Past Stat Master of the Maine State Grange will provide […]
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Church plans celebration of Lebanese culture for Sept. 25
The historic St. Joseph’s Maronite Church Hafli is scheduled to take place from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 25, at the Winslow Veterans of Foreign Wars at 175 Veteran Drive in Winslow. This event has been a tradition in the Waterville for more than a half century, showcasing the Lebanese community, a driving […]