Farmington Grange seeks crafters for a series of holiday fairs. The fairs are scheduled for noon to 3 p.m. Saturdays, Nov. 20, Dec. 4 and Dec. 18, at the 124 Bridge St. grange hall. Tables are available for a fee. Refreshments will be available for a donation. Vendors wishing to rent space should call a […]
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Wilson Scholars Program names fall student researchers
The University of Maine at Farmington Michael Wilson Scholars Program has named six outstanding student researchers as Wilson Scholars for this fall. Established in 2006, the selective program directly connects students with faculty mentors to promote the highest level of scholarship as students explore dynamic local, national and international research topics. This semester’s Wilson Scholars […]
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Lewiston agency to partner with Girl Scout troop on clinic
LEWISTON — SeniorsPlus, the designated Area Agency on Aging for Western Maine, is partnering with Lewiston Girl Scout Troop 135 to offer a smart device walk-in clinic. The free event is scheduled for 6:30 to 8 p.m. Wednesday, Nov. 17, at SeniorsPlus, 8 Falcon Road. High school members of the troop will work with participants […]
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Lovell library to host Community Water Justice co-founder
LOVELL — The Hobbs Library Speaker Series and the Greater Lovell Land Trust plan to host Nickie Sekera, the co-founder of Community Water Justice, to discuss “Maine’s Water Sovereignty in a Global Water Crisis” from 7 to 8 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 18, on Zoom. With the recent acquisition of Nestlé Waters North America/Poland Spring brand […]
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Oxford County farmers, ranchers to vote in committee election
SOUTH PARIS — The U.S. Department of Agriculture has started mailing ballots for the Farm Service Agency county committee elections to eligible farmers and ranchers across the country. To be counted, ballots must be returned to the Oxford County FSA office or postmarked by Monday, Dec. 6. “FSA county committee members provide valuable knowledge and […]
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Photographer to discuss visual practice, social justice
ROCKPORT — The latest lecture of the weekly Alumni Lecture Series hosted by Maine Media Workshops + College, “Inside/Out“ is due to feature photographer Lola Flash online from 1 to 2 p.m. Wednesday, Nov. 17. Flash will discuss her art, activism and practice, firmly rooted in social justice advocacy around sexual, racial and cultural difference. […]
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Youth video contest to promote COVID-19 vaccination
AUGUSTA — The Maine Department of Health and Human Services, in partnership with the Maine Department of Education, has launched a new video competition for Maine children to encourage COVID-19 vaccination, following federal recommendation of the Pfizer vaccine for children ages 5-11. DHHS and DOE invite Maine youth ages 5 to 17 to submit 30-second […]
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Fall Tabletop Centerpiece Workshop planned
PARIS — An Autumn Centerpiece Workshop will be held on Sunday, Nov. 21, in two sessions: 12-1:30 p. m. or 2-3:30 p.m. Call 743-8820 to reserve a space. Each guest will be given enough dried flowers and other natural materials to create one arrangement in a 6- to 8-inch waterproof container. Extra materials will be […]
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Paris library starts community drive for Christmas for Kids
Paris Public Library is participating in a needed community drive for knit and crocheted hats and mittens for children. Last year we had a successful drive thanks to so many generous needle crafters and we are hoping we can meet this need once again for the children in our community, even though we are a […]
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Annual fall garden clean-up and luncheon set
PARIS — The Annual Fall Clean-up and Luncheon at the McLaughlin Garden is planned to begin at 9 p.m. Friday, Nov. 12, at the garden at 97 Main St. in South Paris. Are you looking to learn more about ornamental gardening? Want to make some new gardening friends? Looking for a fun way to volunteer […]