PORTLAND — Four Maine parishes, including Rumford, have been named recipients of Matthew 25 awards that include grants ranging from $2,000 to $5,000. The awards, presented by Catholic Charities Maine’s Parish Social Ministry program, are given to parishes to assist them in expanding their capacity to serve more people or to develop a new social […]

American Legion lists October activities AUBURN — The William J. Rogers Post 153, American Legion, 71 South Main St., will be open from noon to 6 p.m. Tuesdays and Thursdays, noon to 7 p.m. Saturdays and 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. Sundays. Limited food will be available while open. The post October schedule is announced. […]

LEWISTON — All are welcome to participate in a virtual pilgrimage to the Shrine of Lourdes, live-streamed by the Our Lady of Lourdes Hospitality’s North American Volunteers, in cooperation with Prince of Peace Parish from 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 3. Interested parties can participate online or in-person. Fr. Patrick Finn, parochial vicar […]

AUGUSTA — The Maine Historic Preservation Commission is working on the next edition of the statewide preservation plan and is inviting the public to participate by attending one of a series of online listening sessions, as well as by taking a brief survey. The plan will summarize the current opportunities and challenges for preserving and […]

AUGUSTA — The Maine Maple Producers Association (MMPA) and its members postponed Maine Maple Sunday, traditionally held the fourth Sunday in March, due to COVID-19. The association has announced the event will take place Friday through Sunday, Oct. 9 to 11, with new virtual elements and in-person experiences at a variety of sugar houses. The […]

PARIS — The historic First Baptist Church of Paris, on the Paris Hill Common, has returned to its roots after being transferred to the Friends of the First Baptist Church of Paris Maine. The church has served as the cornerstone of the village of Paris since 1803. Built of heavy hand-hewn timbers and hand-wrought nails, […]

FARMINGTON — A certification course in erosion control practices will take place from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 22, at Hippach Field, 12884 Main St., hosted by the Franklin County Soil & Water Conservation District. Registration and introductions will occur at the grandstand. Social distancing of six feet will be practiced and mask-wearing […]

Free financial aid sessions for adults announced FARMINGTON — The Maine Educational Opportunity Center will host free individualized sessions on “Financial Aid” for adults 19 and over who are looking for a new career or returning to higher education. The virtual sessions are being held at the following dates and times: At 10 and 11 […]

WILTON — Outdoorsman and author Doug Dunlap recently completed a goal of walking and paddling 1,000 miles in support of United Way and to encourage others to enjoy the outdoor recreation opportunities in the region. Dunlap continues to walk throughout September, exceeding his goal. To celebrate the culmination of his journey for United Way, and […]

JAY — The parish social ministry program at St. Rose of Lima Parish in Jay and St. Joseph Parish in Farmington has received praise for bettering the lives of area residents. On Saturday, Oct. 3, a new chapter will begin when the St. Rose Thrift Store opens its doors from 8 a.m. to noon. The […]