United Way of the Tri-Valley Area’s Packs for Progress backpack program is still accepting applications. The deadline is Friday, Aug. 12. These backpacks are for families that live or attend school in Franklin County, Livermore Falls and Livermore. Those who live outside this area can call 211 Maine to find out whether there is a […]
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Winthrop society to host local author Aug. 11
Local historian and author Dale Potter-Clark is set to speak at 6 p.m. Thursday, Aug. 11, at the Winthrop History and Heritage Center, at 107 Main St., to discuss her book “The Founders and Evolution of Summer Resorts and Kids’ Camps on Four Lakes in Central Maine — Torsey, Echo, Lovejoy and northern Maranacook” with […]
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Four Lions Club members named Melvin Jones Fellows
SKOWHEGAN — Cyndi L. French of Winslow, Peter Lyman of Norridgewock, Roger Chamberland of Skowhegan and Jared Perkins of Skowhegan have been named Melvin Jones Fellows by the Lions Clubs International Foundation in recognition of their commitment to serving the world community. Named for the founder of Lions Clubs International, Melvin Jones, the fellowship is […]
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Damariscotta talk to cover prolific writer Elizabeth Coatsworth
DAMARISCOTTA — Lincoln County Historical Association plans to continue its series of talks on Women Writers of Lincoln County with a talk by Gary Lawless. The talk, Elizabeth Coatsworth at Chimney Farm, is set for 6 p.m Wednesday, Aug. 10, at Porter Meeting Hall in Skidompha Library, 184 Main St. in Damariscotta. Lawless, a poet, […]
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Area students graduate from Emerson College
BOSTON — Three area students recently graduated from Emerson College. Alexa Gallant of Augusta earned a Bachelor of Arts degree in writing, literature and publishing. Allison Hughes from Burnham received a Bachelor of Fine Arts degree in creative writing. Emily Curtis from Pittsfield received a Bachelor of Arts degree in writing, literature publishing. Check […]
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Winthrop society to celebrate opening of center during August
August marks the first anniversary of the Winthrop History and Heritage Center at 107 Main St. Plans are under way for a month full of celebration. Each week in August there will be a free drawing of items from local businesses. People can stop by the center to see the objects on display and browse […]
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UMaine Farmington to connect math teachers, students with research competition
The University of Maine at Farmington Actuarial Science Program recently hosted six Maine high school math teachers at its Farmington campus for a meet-and-greet networking event sponsored by the national Actuarial Foundation. Teachers from Auburn, Machias, South Portland, Ellsworth and Farmington participated. The event was an opportunity for teachers to collaborate with colleagues, learn about […]
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Maine Outing Club fundraises for Sugarloaf cabin renovations
The Maine Outing Club’s cabin in Carrabassett Valley, near Sugarloaf Mountain, has been selected for renovation by the Magnolia Network’s Maine Cabin Masters. The University of Maine club is fundraising for the $20,000 needed to complete the renovation before Sept. 1. “Maine Cabin Masters” is a television show on the Magnolia Network documenting the restoration […]
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Centers to offer Chemo Brain Q&A Aug. 8 via Zoom
The Beth C. Wright and Dempsey centers are offering an informational session that breaks down the characteristics of chemo brain, as well as strategies to help manage symptoms. Mackenna Murtagh, a neuropsychology post-doctoral fellow for Goodwill Northern New England NeuroRehab Services, plans to lead this workshop and Q&A at 10:30 a.m. Monday, Aug. 8, via […]
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Skowhegan River Fest 2022 events planned
The Skowhegan River Fest, hosted by Main Street Skowhegan, started Sunday and will continue throughout the week. Designed to showcase the potential of the Kennebec River Gorge as the future home of the Skowhegan River Park, the festival is Skowhegan’s annual multi-day celebration of recreation and life on the Kennebec. The following events are planned. […]