Ten new game wardens graduated May 13 from the Advanced Warden School at the Maine Criminal Justice Academy in Vassalboro. These new game wardens have been assigned districts throughout the state, and are now sworn officers of the Maine Warden Service, according to a news release from the Maine Department of Inland Fisheries and Wildlife. […]
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Farmington library to celebrate 1st community garden
The Farmington Public Library has planned several events to celebrate its first community garden. A presentation on bees and bee-friendly gardening practices by Roland Lajoie is scheduled for 5 p.m. Thursday, June 2nd, in the Holman Room at the library, 117 Academy St. He will provide a slide show, and there will be a sunflower […]
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Mt. Blue Area Garden Club plans annual member luncheon
FARMINGTON — The Mt. Blue Area Garden Club’s annual member luncheon is scheduled to begin at noon Tuesday, June 7, at the Farmington American Legion, 158 High St. A choice of meat or vegetarian lasagna will be served; a cash bar will be open. The cost is $10 payable by Monday, June 1. People should […]
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Winthrop student makes York County college dean’s list
WELLS — Kathryn Russell of Winthrop has been named to the 2022 spring semester part-time dean’s list at York County Community College. Part-time study dean’s list recipients cumulatively completed 12 credits total and earned a 3.5 GPA.
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Maine Arts Academy to hold concert fundraiser in Sidney May 25
SIDNEY — Maine Arts Academy plans to hold its free spring music concert fundraiser at 6 p.m. Wednesday, May 25, on its 11 Goldenrod Lane campus. Audience members are encouraged to wear facial coverings when entering indoor performance spaces during the recital. Bussing is available from a number of bus hubs. The academy provides a […]
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Fairfield plans Memorial Day parade
FAIRFIELD — A Memorial Day parade is scheduled to begin at 11 a.m. Monday, May 30. Line-up will start at 10:30 a.m. at the Community Center, 61 Water St. The parade will leave the Community Center, then proceed to Main Street, Western Avenue and Maplewood Cemetery, and end at Monument Park. Participants will include Fairfield/Benton […]
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Hallowell American Legion to hold Memorial Day service
HALLOWELL — Goodrich-Caldwell American Legion Post 6 plans to conduct a Memorial Day service at 10 a.m. Monday, May 30, at the north end of the Hallowell Cemetery on Water Street. The Hall-Dale High School Band and a variety of singers will perform. Mayor George LaPointe will be the guest speaker, according to a news […]
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Elm City Bridge Club recognizes May 17 winners
FAIRFIELD — Ken Harvey and Diane Bishop were winners at the Elm City Bridge Club’s May 17 game. Paul and Judy Jones were second. Wilma Pouliot and Jeannie Reillieg were third. The club meets at 12:30 p.m. every Tuesday at the Waterville Elks Lodge, Industrial Road in Waterville. Additional players are welcome. For more information, […]
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Trek Across Maine seeks volunteers for 2022 ride
The Trek Across Maine is searching for volunteers for its 38th annual bike ride, scheduled for Friday to Sunday, June 17-19. The trek will start at Thomas Point Beach and Campground in Brunswick, with overnight stops at Bates College in Lewiston and St. Joseph’s College in Standish, according to a news release from the American […]
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Bath-area land trust to host Pond-o-palooza May 28
This family-friendly event will focus on all things pond life.