The Maine Community Foundation now has funds for all 16 Maine counties with the addition of the Kennebec County Fund, a permanent endowment that supports projects and nonprofits that strengthen communities. A anonymous family has pledged $250,000 to match all contributions to the fund in 2019 and 2020, according to a news release from the […]
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UMaine Extension 4-H program receives regional and national awards
Litchfield woman among those recognized at Nov. 7 conference in West Virginia.
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Central Maine business briefs: OTIS Federal Credit Union raises $865 for Ending Hunger in Maine
Regional School Unit 2-based Robotics Team receives $4,000 sponsorship from Maine-based software company.
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Volunteer coaches needed for spring 2020 team at Waterville elementary school
Girls on the Run-Maine seeks volunteer coaches for a spring 2020 team at George J. Mitchell Elementary School at 58 Drummond Ave., in Waterville. During the 10-week after-school program, trained coaches lead small teams through a research-based curricula, which includes dynamic discussions, activities and running games. Over the course of the season, girls develop the […]
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Litchfield’s Newendyke graduates from Union University
JACKSON, Tenn. — Jessica Newendyke, of Litchfield, was one of 288 students to graduate Dec. 14 from Union University during fall commencement services of the 195th graduating class at West Jackson Baptist Church. Newendyke was awarded a Bachelor of Arts degree in Art. Newendyke also was one of 435 students to be named 2019 fall […]
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SeniorsPlus awarded federal grant for Alzheimer’s Disease work
SeniorsPlus, the Area Agency on Aging for Western Maine, has been awarded an Administration for Community Living 2019 award of $693,362 for Alzheimer’s Disease Program Initiatives, according to a news release from the Lewiston-based agency. The three-year grant is for a program entitled Dementia Capable Maine, which will bolster capacities to support caregivers and people […]
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Jackman Knights of Columbus Council hold festive event
JACKMAN — The Knights of Columbus Council 2392 provides a monthly luncheon by donations only each month and ended the year with a festive event for the older citizens of the Moose River Valley with their December luncheon. In attendance were 48 people who enjoyed a ham dinner, a visit from Santa, festive music and […]
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Keep Me Warm Supper set for Jan. 4 in Fayette
FAYETTE — The next Keep Me Warm supper is set for 4:30 p.m. Saturday, Jan. 4, at the Fayette School, 2023 Main St. The cost is $8 for adults and $4 for children. Serving will be provided by Fayette Fire Department and Ladies Auxiliary. The event also will include raffles and music. Those who can […]
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CATC recognizes December Students of Month
AUGUSTA — Capital Area Technical Center has announced its December Students of the Month, according to a news release from the center. Nathan Couture, of Manchester, is a senior from Maranacook Community High School in Readfield enrolled in the Business Academy program. He likes being able to take advantage of the opportunities available thru his […]
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Fayette Fire receives donation to purchase new gas detection system
Donation made in memory of fire chief’s late father, a former Fayette resident.