The Interlibrary Loan program will resume Tuesday. Library patrons are asked to be measured in their number of requests to avoid the risk of overwhelming the service with extremely high volume within the first few weeks. For instance, if you have more than three requests to submit this week, library staff kindly asks that you […]
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Talk on Maine Audubon’s legislative summary set for Sept. 11
FARMINGTON — Western Maine Audubon plans to sponsor a talk by Maine Audubon’s Advocacy and Outreach Manager Nick Lund on the organization’s legislative victories in the 131st Maine Legislature. The free presentation “Maine Audubon’s Legislative Summary” is set for 7 p.m. Wednesday, Sept. 11, in Thomas Auditorium of the University of Maine at Farmington’s Preble […]
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Survivor-led talk on domestic abuse set for Boothbay Sept. 11
The 2:30-4 p.m. event, free and open to the public, includes free admission to the Coastal Maine Botanical Gardens.
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CODA Chorus to start rehearsals, lists concert dates
WINTHROP — CODA Chorus plans to hold rehearsals for its 57th season from 6:30-8:30 p.m. for 12 weeks starting on Sept. 10 at Winthrop United Methodist Church at 58 Main St. Registration starts at 5:30 p.m., and dues will cost $40. The chorus is open to all, no auditions are necessary. Music Director Christine Letcher, […]
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Franklin County Recovery Rally set for Sept. 7
FARMINGTON — The Franklin County Recovery Center has planned a Recovery Rally for 2-5 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 7, at the Meeting House Park, 139 Main St. The afternoon is dedicated to hope, healing and the power of community. The event will feature a variety of activities designed to connect, uplift and inspire. Attendees can contribute […]
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Cornhole tournament fundraiser planned in Buxton Sept. 9
The Star Legacy Foundation offers local resources, certificate of stillbirth, advocacy at the state level, and education for healthcare professionals.
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Rebuild of tennis courts in Jay expected to begin in late September, early October
Deb Roberts of Hollandstrong Community Foundation is working with Regional School Unit 73 on the project.
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Organizations receive Klingenstein grants to support Maine children’s health
The Sadie and Harry Davis Foundation has named this year’s recipients of Patricia D. Klingenstein Grants. This program, now in its 17th year, focuses on smaller organizations that are impacting the health and wellbeing of Maine’s children. The 15 organizations selected to receive grants represent a diversity of efforts, and 11 of the organizations have […]
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Maine CDC launches immunization record mobile app
AUGUSTA — The Maine Center for Disease Control and Prevention has partnered with a new, free, mobile application, Docket, to allow Maine people to opt in to easily, quickly and securely access their vaccine records through their smartphones and other mobile devices. Once an individual’s identify has been verified through the app, Docket searches Maine’s Immunization […]
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Maine travel counselors set new standard for visitor experience
HALLOWELL — The Maine Tourism Association has launched its Travel Counselor Certification Program, an initiative designed to elevate the visitor experience across Maine. This May, MTA introduced the state’s first certification program, endorsed by the U.S. Travel Association, and the first cohort of Maine State Visitor Information Center staff have earned their Certified Maine Travel […]