The University of Maine at Augusta is scheduled to host the Maine Chapter of the Fulbright Association’s Forum on Global Cybersecurity from 5:30 to 7 p.m. Friday, Oct. 21, at UMA’s Farber Forum in Jewett Hall, 46 University Drive in Augusta. This event will also be available to watch remotely. The event is free and […]
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Rosary rallies to be held around Maine Oct. 15
October is dedicated to the Most Holy Rosary. It marks the month in which Mary appeared for the last time to shepherd children in Fatima, Portugal, urging them to “say the rosary every day to obtain peace for the world,” according to a news release from Dave Guthro of the Roman Catholic Diocese of Portland’s […]
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Skowhegan, Western Maine parishes to help children in need
The Box of Joy program, facilitated by Skowhegan and Western Maine Lakes churches, helps children in need. To participate, individuals and families fill a shoe box or boxes with gifts and mark the box for a boy or a girl and the approximate age. In general, toys, hygiene items and school supplies are acceptable. Items […]
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Downeast Trout Unlimited plans to meet Oct. 19
Downeast Trout Unlimited plans to hold its first meeting of the season at 5:30 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 19, via Zoom. Matt Streeter, project manager for the Maine Rivers China Lake Alewife Restoration Initiative, will speak. This project successfully restored a run of close to a million alewives to China Lake for the first time since […]
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Union library to feature mysteries author at Oct. 19 Soup & Suspense event
Barbara Ross, author of the Maine Clambake Mysteries and the Jane Darrowfield Mysteries, is scheduled to give a presentation Wednesday, Oct. 19, during Vose Library’s annual Soup & Suspense event at 293 Common Road in Union. The event will be held in person and via Zoom, according to a news release from Diane True, library […]
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Durham man graduates from technical education center
Nicholas McKechnie of Durham has completed an oil technician training class and graduated from the Maine Energy Marketers Association (MEMA) Technical Education Center’s full-semester HVAC Program in Brunswick. McKechnie, a member of the Skowhegan Area High School class of 2008, has resided in Durham for seven years. He has accepted a job with Mechanical Services […]
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Literacy Volunteers office to host annual meeting Oct. 19 in Farmington
Literacy Volunteers of Franklin and Somerset Counties plans to recognize supporters at this year’s annual meeting, which is open to the public. The 2022 LVFSC meeting is scheduled for 4:30-5 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 19, at its Mt. Blue Learning Center at 129 Seamon Road in Farmington, located in the Franklin County Adult Education center). The […]
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Wilton lodge accepting orders for Oct. 15 takeout supper
Wilton Masonic Lodge No. 156 plans to host a takeout supper featuring a baked breaded chicken breast meal, from 5 to 6 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 15, at the Harland M. Harnden Masonic Building, 70 Bryant Road in East Wilton. The cost is $9 for adults and $5 for children younger than 12. Home deliveries are […]
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VA Maine to hold 2 virtual listening sessions Oct. 17
Augusta-based VA Maine Healthcare System plans to hold virtual veteran listening sessions Monday, Oct. 17. Feedback and suggestions are needed on how to enhance an initial experience when entering the facilities. There will be two listening sessions hosted by VA’s national Veterans Experience Office, and all are invited to attend one of these sessions, according […]
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Carrabassett Valley museum to host hall of fame event Nov. 5
CARRABASSETT VALLEY — Maine Ski and Snowboard Museum plans to host a reception and induction ceremony of 23 individuals into the Maine Ski and Snowboard Hall of Fame. The event is set for 3:30-7 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 5, at the Sugarloaf Base Lodge, 5012 Access Road in Carrabassett Valley. It will include a cash bar, […]