Story Trails of Maine, a free mobile application featuring self-guided tours, adventures, and scavenger hunts across different Maine communities, has been developed by Farmington Underground. The app is intended to allow people to learn the stories of various communities, support local businesses, and explore the outdoors with friends and family. “We want to give people […]
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Area students earn award at NJ university
JERSEY CITY, N.J. — Two local residents have earned an award of excellence at Western Governors University. Aaron Lindahl of Auburn earned an award at the university’s College of Information Technology. Mary Boivin of Wales earned an award at the university’s College of Health Professions. The award is given to students who perform at a […]
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Animal welfare organizations receive grants
The Maine Community Foundation has awarded $282,500 in grants to 21 Maine organizations to support animal welfare, according to a news release. Local grantees include: • Humane Society Waterville Area, for the Angel Foster program, $20,000; • Franklin County Animal Shelter, for the shelter’s spay/neuter voucher program: $10,000; • Greater Androscoggin Humane Society, to support […]
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Bates College announces local graduates
LEWISTON — Bates College graduated 469 students from 38 states and 43 countries on May 27 in an historic double ceremony allowing for social distancing among the graduates and their guests. The local graduates include: William Davis of Fryeburg graduated after majoring in interdisciplinary studies and minoring in digital and computational studies. Davis, the son […]
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Oxford Hills Chamber recognizes golf classic winners
SOUTH PARIS — The Oxford Hills Chamber of Commerce has announced the winners of the 35th annual Leon Truman Chamber Golf Classic, held Aug. 9 at the Norway Country Club. 1st Net ($400 NCC Pro Shop): Norway Savings Bank — Jeremy Kennison, Sheldon Rice, Dalton Rice, Mike Grass, 45; 2nd Net ($200 NCC Pro Shop): […]
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Winthrop library to host Maine writer, entrepreneur
WINTHROP — Maine writer and entrepreneur Erin Elizabeth is scheduled to give a presentation, “Embodied Success: Key Strategies for Better Living,” at 6:30 p.m. Wednesday, Aug. 25. The event is part of a series put on this year by the Bailey Public Library, 39 Bowdoin St., that celebrates Maine women. The presentation will focus on […]
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Topsham student makes Union College dean’s list
SCHENECTADY, N.Y. —Jax Hollenbach of Topsham has been named to the 2021 dean’s list at Union College. Hollenbach, a member of the class of 2023, is majoring in political science. Comprised annually, the Union College dean’s list honors students who have a grade point average of 3.5 for the entire academic year and meet certain […]
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Historical society to celebrate the first settlers of Eustis
The Dead River Area Historical Society plans to celebrate the founders of Eustis on Sunday, Aug. 22, hosted by direct descendant Caleb and Lisa Stevens of Jay. Two hundred and two years ago, Caleb Stevens (1776-1855) journeyed, with his wife Sally Thomas Stevens and nine children, from Kingfield to the intersection of Stratton Brook and […]
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St. Vincent de Paul Society scholarships announced
The St. Vincent de Paul Society recently awarded three scholarships to three area students who plan to attend college in the fall. They are David Williams, Ella Boucher and Lucy Frenette. Williams, the son of Peter and Jennifer Williams, graduated from Lewiston High School. He plans to attend Northern Maine Community College to study electricity. […]
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LA Senior College releases fall class offerings
The Lewiston Auburn Senior College’s fall semester will begin Sept. 23, but classes will have staggered start dates. Because of the ongoing pandemic the college will continue with its Zoom format for all classes and Food For Thought presentations. College membership fee will continue to be $25. Its one-day courses will continue to be free […]