WATERVILLE — The city asks that the Concourse and downtown be kept clear of parking from midnight to 6 a.m. Thursday, April 4 to allow for snow cleanup by the Public Works Department. Overnight parking is permitted at the Head of Falls Municipal Parking Lot. Beginning winter 2024-25 the city will no longer be sending […]
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Western Maine Audubon to host talk about turtles in Maine
FARMINGTON — Western Maine Audubon is set to present a talk, “Everything you didn’t realize you needed to know about turtles in Maine,” by Dr. Matthew Chatfield. The free event is set for 7 p.m. Wednesday, April 10, in Thomas Auditorium, Preble Hall on the University of Maine at Farmington campus, at 173 High St. […]
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MaineCF scholarships available to adult learners in Franklin County
Adult learners from Franklin County returning to school for post-secondary education can apply for the Hugh and Elizabeth Montgomery Scholarship at the Maine Community Foundation (MaineCF). Preference is given to students for whom a scholarship would make a significant difference in their ability to attend school. First-time applicants need not be enrolled in a degree-granting […]
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Maine Children’s Scholarships available
The Maine Children’s Scholarship Fund has awarded scholarships to families since 2000, who meet its income guidelines. The scholarships are for students in kindergarten through 12th grade for tuition for public or private school, or toward homeschooling expenses. The scholarship pays 75% of tuition up to $1,400 for private school or $500 toward homeschooling expenses. […]
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Kennebec Estuary Land Trust to hold annual meeting, membership event
BATH — The Kennebec Estuary Land Trust invites community members to attend its annual meeting and membership celebration at 5:30 p.m. Tuesday, April 9. The event will be held at the Maine Maritime Museum, 243 Washington St. To begin the evening, KELT invites guests to have refreshments and conversations with a view of the […]
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Antique appraisal fair to benefit Friends of Lithgow Library
AUGUSTA — An antique appraisal fair is scheduled for 1-4 p.m. Thursday, May 2, at the Lithgow Public Library Community Meeting Room, 45 Winthrop St. A donation to the Friends of Lithgow Library is required for each appraisal. People are asked to bring no more than five items, and no glass or china unless it […]
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Gardiner Memorial Day Parade returns
Dresden Avenue, Lincoln Avenue and School Street will be closed off by 9 a.m.
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Washington library to launch summer reading program June 13
Gibbs Library’s summer reading program officially begins Thursday, June 13, with a visit from children’s author Fran Hodgkins, at 40 Old Union Road in Washington Village. This summer’s theme is Read, Renew, Repeat! All readers are encouraged to participate: children, teens, and yes, adults. Prizes for meeting reading and activity goals include gift certificates from […]
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Maine Children’s Home relaunches Christmas in July campaign
The holiday and winter assistance program supports children and youth across Maine whose families are facing financial hardship.
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Waterville hospice to offer September retreat for those grieving
Camp Ray of Hope, a weekend retreat for individuals and families grieving the loss of a loved one, will be held from Friday through Sunday, Sept. 6-8, at Pilgrim Lodge at 103 Pilgrim Lodge Lane in West Gardiner. The cost is $60 per person or $180 for a family of three or more; scholarships are […]