STANDISH — Colby Ventresca of Norway has been named to the 2022 fall semester dean’s list at Saint Joseph’s College. Ventresca, a sport management major at the college, is expected to graduate in May with his bachelor’s degree. He is the son of Lori Ventresca of Norway and James Ventresca of Otisfield. To be eligible […]
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Farmington council to start community garden program May 15
The Greater Franklin Food Council, in collaboration with LEAP’s Stone Soup Community Garden, is starting its first-ever Gather and Grow Community Garden Program. This program will lead a cohort of gardeners through the growing season, from planting and fertilizing to preserving the harvest and cooking ideas. The purpose is to build a gardening learning community […]
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Winthrop Cub Scouts compete in Pinewood Derby
Winthrop Cub Scout Pack 604, which began operations in February, held its Pinewood Derby March 25 at the American Legion post. The Cubs, aided by an adult, carved their cars from blocks of wood and decorated them before racing them on the track, according to a news release from Chuck Mahaleris, district chairman for the […]
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Asian toys, teapots on display at Norway library through May
A new glass case display, “Toys and Teapots from China, Japan, and South Korea,” is being showcased at Norway Memorial Library at 258 Main St. Sherri Otterson of Norway lived in Okinawa, Japan, for 21 years and South Korea for seven. In that time, she accumulated a large collection of Kokeshi dolls and Chinese, Japanese […]
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Auburn church to hold recitation of Divine Mercy Chaplet April 16
AUBURN — A recitation of the Divine Mercy Chaplet is scheduled for noon Sunday, April 16 (Divine Mercy Sunday), at Sacred Heart Church, located at the corner of Minot and Western avenues. All are encouraged to take part in this feast day. For more information, call the Immaculate Heart of Mary Parish office at 207-782-8096. […]
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Lisbon High, partners to host career expo April 14
More than 50 companies plan to participate in this collaborative event.
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Bikes for books program to start at Lewiston library April 15
The Lewiston Public Library plans to partner with the Ancient Brothers Lodge No. 178 from Saturday, April 15, to Monday, May 31, to bring the Masonic Bikes for Books program to children in Lewiston and Auburn and give away eight new bikes. To participate, youth in grades one through eight will fill out a book […]
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Auburn church members plan for 100th anniversary celebration
The committee for the 100th anniversary celebration of Sacred Heart Church in Auburn recently held its first meeting. Members discussed proposed events to happen throughout this celebratory year, including the opening Mass, scheduled for 11 a.m. Sunday, Oct. 22 and presided by Bishop Robert Deeley. Planned events include a cabaret show scheduled for Saturday, April […]
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Auburn recycling event, food drive set for April 15
AUBURN — A free Community Recycle Day Drive-Thru event is set for 9 a.m. to noon Saturday, April 15, at 40 Stanley St., behind Stratham Tire. Local community partners aim to offer the community a convenient and free way to recycle items such as documents to be shredded, tires for recycling, and new or gently […]
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Lewiston seeks individuals, teams for litter pickup day April 15
Lewiston’s spring 2023 Citywide Litter Pick Up Day is set for Saturday, April 15, and individuals and teams are being sought to participate. An event overview is available at lewistonmaine.gov. The 8 a.m.-noon event will commence at Kennedy Park, 120 Park St., where public works personnel will provide complimentary bags, gloves, pickers and buckets. Online […]