NEWTON, Mass. — Emily Anderson of Lisbon Falls, a Lasell University student, was recognized by the institution for outstanding collaboration in the 2022 spring semester. Anderson received the most peer nominations in an Intro to Ceramics course, taught by Deborah Baldizar, assistant professor of art and graphic design. Recipients of the Collaboration Recognition Award are […]
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Turner-based adult ed offers high school equivalency test info
The Maine Department of Education’s Office of Adult Education launched a campaign June 7 to encourage adult learners to complete the HiSET, Maine’s high school equivalency test. Those who complete the test are eligible for two years of free community college in Maine, according to a news release from School Administrative District 52 Adult & […]
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Vendors sought for Oxford crafter and vendor fair
OXFORD — A crafter and vendor fair is set for 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 6, at the Oxford Historical Society/Kay House Museum, 73 Pleasant St. A rain date is set for Aug. 13. Vendor space is available to rent for $25 a spot. Proceeds go to support the Oxford Historical Society and […]
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Local students make Leigh University dean’s list
BETHLEHEM, Pa. — Two local students, Mary Allen of Naples and Dillon McPherson of Rumford, have been named to the 2022 spring dean’s list at Lehigh University. This status is granted to students who earned a scholastic average of 3.6 or better while carrying at least 12 hours of regularly graded courses.
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Maine churches plan Corpus Christi events June 18-19
In honor of the Feast of Corpus Christi, parishes around Maine this weekend are planning outdoor Eucharistic processions and other special events. The feast is often marked by Eucharistic processions, during which the Blessed Sacrament is carried in a monstrance through the church and into the streets, according to a news release from the Roman […]
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Association seeks people who served in Army’s 2nd Infantry Division
OLIVIA, N.C. — The Second Infantry Division Association is searching for anyone who served in the Army’s 2nd Infantry Division at any time. For information about the association and its 99th annual reunion, planned for Sept. 28 through Oct. 2 in Kansas City, Missouri, contact Mike Davino at 2ida.pao@charter.net or 919-498-1910.
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Bishop announces 3 priest assignments
Bishop Robert Deeley has announced the following three priest assignments, according to a news release from the Roman Catholic Diocese of Portland. Effective Aug. 1, Fr. Philip Clement is appointed as administrator at Our Lady of the Lakes Parish (Our Lady of the Lakes Church, Oquossoc; St. Luke Church, Rangeley; St. John Church, Stratton; Bell […]
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Winthrop soldier recognized for designing national leader’s logo
AUGUSTA — Sgt. 1st Class Alyson Pelletier received an award June 4 for her brand design for the office of the National Guard Bureau senior enlisted advisor. Senior Enlisted Advisor Tony Whitehead, senior advisor to the chief of the National Guard Bureau, presented the award at a Camp Chamberlain ceremony. Pelletier’s design was chosen from […]
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Educational center to offer college planning sessions in July
The Maine Educational Opportunity Center plans to host free individualized virtual sessions for adults 19 and older looking for a new career or returning to higher education. Essentials of College Planning: Virtual: • Monday, July 11, 9 and 10 a.m. • Friday, July 15, 9 and 10 a.m. In person: Lewiston, UMA, 51 Westminster St. […]
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Winthrop library to kick off speaker series June 22
WINTHROP — Secretary of State Shenna Bellows plans to give a talk at 6:30 p.m. on Wednesday, June 22 at the Charles M. Bailey Public Library, 39 Bowdoin St. The event will kick off the library’s 13th annual Summer Speaker Series. The presentation will focus on the importance of literacy, reading and community; how to […]