The Center for Wildlife Studies’ Wild Maine series of nature programs, in partnership with the Camden Public Library, continues in April as the library celebrates Maritime Month. This month’s online talk, scheduled for 6:30 p.m. Tuesday, April 5, will feature Aly McKnight, an associate professor of wildlife and fisheries management in the Hybrid Learning Program […]
Community
Posted inCommunity, Connections
Winthrop student receives Maine Principal’s Award
Andrew Foster, son of Brian and Lori Foster of Winthrop, was recognized at the February Town Meeting by Principal Mark Campbell as the 2022 Maine Principal’s Award winner from Winthrop High School. Foster, a senior member of the Student Leadership Team, is recognized for his leadership, character, citizenship and scholarship, according to a news release […]
advertisement
Posted inCommunity, Connections
Online career center offers resource for tourism-related jobs
A coalition of six associations has opened an online tourism career center. The coalition includes the Maine Tourism Association, HospitalityMaine, Retail Association of Maine, Maine Summer Camps, Maine Campground Owners Association and Maine State Golf Association. The Maine Tourism Career Center, which can be found online at mainetourismjobs.com, aims to be a central resource for […]
Posted inCommunity
Hinckey museum plans virtual summer exhibit, lending library
HINCKLEY — The L. C. Bates Museum art summer exhibition, Wilderness and Culture, is due to open May 7 with a virtual reception from 4 to 6 p.m. The exhibition, which includes 35 works by 20 artists, is curated by Colby students María Minuesa and Caroline Scarola, under the guidance of Professor Véronique Plesch. In addition […]
Posted inCommunity, Connections
Lecture focuses on American Leadership in a Dangerous World
ORONO — The Importance of American Leadership in a Dangerous World will be the focus of the 2022 Cohen Lecture featuring Gen. James Mattis, former Secretary of Defense William S. Cohen and Medal of Honor recipient Lance Cpl. Kyle Carpenter. The lecture is scheduled to be held at the University of Maine on Monday, April […]
Posted inCommunity, Connections
Jay student named Spruce Mountain High’s MPA Award winner
Courtney Hogan of Jay, a senior at Spruce Mountain High School in Jay, has been selected to receive the 2022 Principal’s Award. The award, sponsored by the Maine Principals’ Association, is given in recognition of a high school senior’s academic achievement and citizenship, according to a news release from the school. “Courtney Hogan has distinguished […]
Posted inCommunity, Connections
UMaine at Farmington to host walk-in COVID-19 vaccine clinic
The University of Maine at Farmington plans to host a public walk-in COVID-19 vaccine clinic from 3 to 6 p.m. Wednesday, March 30, at 274 Front St., for adults. Vaccines are provided at no cost, and all are welcome. Those attending will be administered their choice of the Moderna or Pfizer vaccine and can get […]
Posted inCommunity, Connections
Waldo County extension to offer rural living workshops
University of Maine Cooperative Extension and the Waldo County Extension Association plan to offer four online weekly workshops with a rural living theme starting from 9 to 11 a.m. Saturday, April 2. Additional dates are April 9, 16 and 23. “Rural Living Month” workshop topics include homestead livestock choices, working with children and teens in […]
Posted inCommunity
Augusta church establishes charity for Ukraine people
For the next few weeks, South Parish Congregational Church is taking up a collection that will go to an established “boots on the ground” charity helping the people of Ukraine. The congregation collected $600 on March 20, according to a news release from the church. Those who would like to contribute can send a check […]
Posted inCommunity, Connections
Bridgton gallery displays artist guild show
BRIDGTON — Gallery 302’s “Into the Woods,” a Bridgton artist guild show, is on display through May 1 at 112 Main St. March hours are from noon to 4 p.m. Thursday, Friday and Sunday and from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday. For April and May hours, visit gallery302.com.