University of Maine Cooperative Extension and University of New Hampshire Cooperative Extension plan to host an informational webinar about a new program for produce farmers to help them start or improve their farm food safety planning. The program is set for 4-5 p.m. Tuesday, March 1. “Jumpstart to Farm Food Safety” is a yearlong technical […]
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Photographer to share images of community in Harlem, Brooklyn
ROCKPORT — Photographer Madeleine Budd plans to share images from her body of work, “Street Fam,” during her online lecture, “Storytelling Through Portraiture” at 1 p.m. Wednesday, Feb. 23. This event is part of the Alumni Lecture Series, a weekly online series offered by Maine Media Workshops + College featuring conversations on topics in photography, […]
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Educational center to offer March college planning sessions
The Maine Educational Opportunity Center plans to host free individualized virtual sessions for adults 19 and older looking for a new career or returning to higher education. Essentials of College Planning: Virtual: • Monday, March 7, at 9 and 10 a.m. • Tuesday, March 8, at 9 and 10 a.m. • Wednesday, March 9, at […]
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Damariscotta arts gallery hosts ‘Black & White’ show
DAMARISCOTTA — River Arts opened “Black & White” on Feb. 15 at the gallery located at 36 Elm Street Plaza, the show will run through Saturday, March 26. The collection of works in a wide range of media is bold and outgoing, engaging the viewer in conversation with the artists through their work on the […]
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Local students make Husson honors list
BANGOR — The following local students have been named to the 2021 fall honors list at Husson University. Olivia Rose Chabot of Augusta is enrolled in the Bachelor of Science in Nursing program. Olivia Anne Lagace of Augusta is enrolled in the Bachelor of Science in Nursing program. Ayden Jeffrey Wyman of Augusta is enrolled […]
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Local students named to Husson’s president’s list
BANGOR — The following local students have been named to the 2021 fall president’s list at Husson University. Holly H. Blackwood of Augusta is enrolled in the Bachelor of Science in Nursing program. Molly Eesa Dutil of Augusta is enrolled in the Bachelor of Science in Health Sciences/Doctor of Pharmacy program. Thomas Izik Hodgkins of […]
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Online auction to benefit Topsham Habitat for Humanity
TOPSHAM — Habitat for Humanity 7 Rivers plans to host an online auction, “Love to Build,” through Saturday, Feb. 26. The auction features works by Brunswick artist Valerie Upham, who painted 20 works featuring Maine flora, fauna and landscapes on reclaimed wood, according to a news release from 7 Rivers. “While shopping at the ReStore, […]
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Poster contest raises awareness on children’s dental health
“Sealants Make Sense” is this year’s American Dental Association’s theme.
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Tri-Valley area United Way offers $75K in grants
The United Way of the Tri-Valley Area recently launched a new strategic plan with four goals. First, to improve health; second, to improve financial stability and increase independence; third, to increase access to technology; and four, to help the community become more mobile and increase transportation options, according to a news release from the nonprofit. […]
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Mt. Blue High School recognizes honor students
FARMINGTON — Mt. Blue High School has announced the following students were named to its second-quarter honor roll for the 2021-22 academic year. Highest Honors Tate Abbott, Luke Allen, Madison Allen, Warren Allen, Jason Bagley, Cole Baker, Elias Bartlett, Lexi Belanger, Grace Bell, Levi Bogar, Savanna Bowen, Anna Brackett, Elizabeth Brackett, Taylor Brisard, William Brown […]