WEST PARIS — Worship services have been announced for November at The First Universalist Church of West Paris, Sundays at 9 a.m., with refreshments following the service. Nov. 4, “Gratitude, the Key to Happiness” led by The Reverend Fayre Stephenson. According to author Anne Lamott, “Thanks” is one of the three essential prayers. The other two […]
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Community meals
NEW GLOUCESTER — A buffet style bean supper will be held Saturday, Oct. 20, from 5 to 6 p.m. at the Amvets, Route 100. There will be two kinds of beans, red hot dogs, cole slaw, American chop suey, biscuits, brown bread and pies. Cost is $8 for adults and $3 for children under 12. — […]
Mayor Levesque and Michael Cummings reschedule presentations on China visit
AUBURN — Auburn’s Mayor Jason Levesque and Economic Development Director Michael Chammings have rescheduled their presentations at the Auburn Public Library to Tuesday, Oct. 23, to talk about their recent trip to China. The presentations will be at noon and at 7 p.m. People are encouraged to bring their lunch for the noontime meeting. Light refreshments […]
Acacia Lodge to hold second craft fair, serve food
DURHAM — The second Masonic Craft and Vendors Fair from 8a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 20, at Acacia Lodge, Route 136 across from Durham River Park. This is a rain or shine event. There will be breakfast and lunch served as well as a silent auction ending at 1 p.m.
Meet Brady, the active Coonhound
FARMINGTON — If you are a hound lover Brady could be the dog for you. One and a half year old Brady is a Coonhound that is ready, willing and able to live an active lifestyle. This versatile dog can be a companion that is ready to hunt or work outdoors, or be a superb […]
Oak at Midcoast Humane is looking for a home
Midcoast Humane Society’s Intake Supervisor Brittney caught our male ferret, Oak, lounging in his little hammock on a rainy day this week. We wanted to climb in there with him! We believe Oak is roughly 4 years old, but we know he’s mighty friendly. Oak is available for adoption at our Brunswick Campus.
Public invited to community health forum
FARMINGTON — Stakeholders from across the county will be given an opportunity this month to shape priorities for community health at a special forum aimed at providing input to the region’s health care organizations. The forum will discuss the Franklin County Health Profile and is scheduled for 4;30 to 7:30 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 25, in the […]
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Legion to hold Halloween dance and supper MECHANIC FALLS — American Legion Post 150 will host a Halloween dance and supper on Friday, Oct. 19, from 5 to 11 p.m. There will be seafood and corn chowder, grilled cheese and desserts. Cost for the supper is $7; dance, $10. There will be a house DJ, door prizes […]
Midcoast Humane continues animal rescue efforts after hurricanes
BRUNSWICK — Minnie is one of 20 kittens Midcoast Humane rescued in the wake of Hurricane Florence. To help a partner Southern shelter make room for the influx of animals entering the facility immediately after the storm, they took in this group of frisky young’uns. They are now up for adoption at the Brunswick Campus. […]
Midcoast Humane announces upcoming events
BRUNSWICK — The Midcoast Humane Society will be holding a painting fundraiser and celebrating their first annual “Shelter-bration,” with all proceeds going to benefit the animals at the shelter. Crop Fur Critters: From 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 27, at 190 Pleasant St., Brunswick. Join crafters Deb Meservier and Sharon Brown for a […]