BANGOR — Husson University Online recently named the following local students to the president’s, dean’s and honors lists for Term 2 of the 2023-24 academic year. Kyle Duelley of Fairfield, dean’s list, Bachelor of Science in healthcare administration and public health. Christy Parker of Monmouth, president’s list, Bachelor of Science in psychology. Dana Plummer of […]
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Maine State Park First Day Hike set for Jan. 1
AUGUSTA — The Maine Department of Agriculture, Conservation and Forestry invites outdoor enthusiasts and nature lovers to kick off the new year with fresh air and scenic walks during Maine State Park First Day Hike activities. The department’s Bureau of Parks and Lands has announced guided hikes and a collection of self-led hike resources, ensuring […]
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Foundation awards grants to groups working for racial justice, equity
AUGUSTA — The Maine Justice Foundation has awarded grants from its Racial Justice Fund to six groups for 2023. The goal of the fund is to support Black, Indigenous, and people of color statewide to forge social, systemic, and economic solutions that will address racism and inequities in the culture, organizations, and systems. “We are […]
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North Anson teen receives Eagle rank
Devyn Deleonardis received his Eagle Scout rank, Scouting’s highest, at the First Congregational Church of North Anson Dec. 16. The son of Frederick and Amanda Deleonardis, he lives in North Anson, where he attends Carrabec High School. He will turn 18 in January and become an adult leader with Troop 481. As part of his […]
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Cony High School National Honor Society inducts new members
Check out upcoming area events!
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Deadline extended for SNAP recipients to apply for help replacing food
Recipients now have until Jan. 18 to apply for benefits to replace food lost as a result of Dec. 18 storm.
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Maine Children’s Home call for donations is answered
WATERVILLE — Over the past two weeks, 74 businesses and organizations answered an urgent call from Maine Children’s Home’s winter essentials program — Christmas Program — for donations of warm clothing for 1,201 Maine children whose families are facing financial hardship this year. The call came in November when MCH was in desperate need of […]
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Waterville student graduates from University of Georgia
ATHENS, Ga. — Rachel Faith Turi is among the more than 2,900 graduates from the University of Georgia. Turi, of Waterville, has earned an A.B. advertising degree. Check out upcoming area events!
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Department encourages people to take advantage of mental health help
AUGUSTA — The Maine Department of Health and Human Services encourages Maine people to take advantage of the many resources available to support mental health during this holiday season and at the end of a challenging year for many. While the season can be a cheerful time, it can also lead to an increase in […]
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Readfield hosts Christmas Through the Ages
Eric and Sarah Dyer and their two children were dressed in Victorian attire as they welcomed people into their circa 1846 home on Dec. 9. Seven different groups of 15 gathered in the Dyer’s front parlor over the course of the day, where Eric and Sarah talked about the history of their home and how […]