The University of Maine at Farmington has curated a weeklong program of events to honor and celebrate the rich heritage and culture of Indigenous peoples. By honoring those peoples, UMF aims to promote awareness, and foster a deeper understanding of history, traditions, and challenges of Indigenous people. Supporting Indigenous voices reinforces UMF’s commitment to empowering […]
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Maine Tax Portal opens for new taxes, fees, programs Oct. 10
AUGUSTA — Maine Revenue Services is launching the third rollout of the Maine Tax Portal, Maine’s new online state tax system. Beginning Tuesday, Oct. 10, the portal is set to open for 20 new Maine taxes, fees, and programs, including Individual Income Tax. The portal replaces and expands MRS’s current online services, including I-File and […]
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Christ the King Parish cemetery decorations to be removed by Oct. 30
Christ the King Parish cemeteries — Calvary Cemetery in Skowhegan and St. Sebastian Cemetery in Madison — are set to close for the winter in October or first snowfall. All decorations — including pots, holders, saddles, gazing balls and flags — must be removed by Monday, Oct. 30, or the attendant will dispose of them. […]
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YWCA Central Maine to sponsor ‘The Janes’ event series starting Oct. 30
Venues include USM in Portland, Bates in Lewiston and Colby in Waterville.
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West Paris library plans Star Party Oct. 14
West Paris Public Library is set to host Star Party, a free astronomy evening for all ages, from 7:30-9 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 14 at the 226 Main St. library. Two experienced, amateur astronomers will be on hand, along with their telescopes, binoculars and planispheres. Attendees can bring any binoculars or scopes. Facilitators will be Rick […]
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Leeds Historical Society plans fall walks for October
People can join members of the Leeds Historical Society as they walk and talk about several places in October. Rain dates and time for all of the walks are the next day, Sunday at 1 p.m., according to a news release from Pam Bell, a member of the Leeds Historical Society Board. • Monument Hill, […]
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Whitefield Library to hold Fall Festival Oct. 14
Whitefield Library plans to hold its annual Fall Festival from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 14, at 1 Arlington Lane. The event will feature music, children’s games, snacks, refreshments and raffle items. Used books will be on sale in the library. New this year will be a home-baked fruit pie sale. Also available […]
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Missed the Waterville Mayoral Debate? Watch it right here.
The two candidates running for mayor of Waterville participated in a debate at Thomas College.
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Mount Vernon center to offer free chair yoga beginning Oct. 13
MOUNT VERNON — Ann Parker, instructor at MaineGeneral Medical Center, plans to teach a six-week class of chair yoga beginning Friday, Oct 13. The free classes start at 10 a.m. through Nov. 17 at the Mt. Vernon Community Center, 2 North Road. Registration is requested by contacting the Dr. Shaw Memorial Library at librarian@drshawlibrary.org or […]
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Arts commission seeks Organization Operations Grant applications
The deadline to apply is 5 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 25.