TURNER — Ethan Varney, 16, of Turner, a member of Boy Scout Troop 187 of the charter organization, Phillip S. Bryant Memorial Post 111, American Legion, was recently recognized by the Boy Scouts of America for achieving the highest rank in Scouting, Eagle Scout. Varney has been involved with Scouting for over 10 years, starting […]
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Salvation Army holding Christmas assistance sign-ups LEWISTON — The Salvation Army is holding Christmas assistance sign-ups from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Oct. 1, 2, 3, 4 and 5 and Nov. 5, 6, 7, 8 and 9. Make-up day is 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Nov. 23 at 67 Park St.. Attendees should bring ID, […]
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Military Note: Airman graduates basic training
SAN ANTONIO, Texas — U.S. Air Force Airman Matthew Beaucage graduated from basic military training at Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland. The airman completed an intensive, eight-week program that included training in military discipline and studies, Air Force core values, physical fitness, and basic warfare principles and skills. Airmen who complete basic training also earn four credits toward […]
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Quilts donated to Safe Voices
Safe Voices has received more than 25 handmade quilts, along with pajamas, hats and mittens, from the Lisbon Krazy Kwilters. The quilts will be distributed to residents in Safe Voices’ domestic violence shelter programs. Quilters show their handiwork with Safe Voices staffer Victoria Stanton at the MTM Community Center in Lisbon.
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Halloween party planning meeting CHESTERVILLE — The North Chesterville Extension Homemakers will meet at 6:30 p.m. Tuesday, Sept. 25, in the Town Office on Dutch Gap Road. The topics are program planning for 2019, choosing the penguin-themed ornament and planning the Chesterville Town Halloween Party. The public is invited. FMI: 207-778-3156 Historical society meeting OXFORD — The Oxford Historical […]
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Tri-Town Penguins to meet DURHAM — The Tri-Town Penguins Snowmobile Club of Durham, Freeport and Pownal meets at 7 p.m. on the last Tuesday of each month from September to April at the Durham Fire Station, 615 Hallowell Road. The next meeting is Tuesday, Sept. 25. New members are welcome. For more information, contact Duncan Daly […]
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Treat Memorial Library announces October events
LIVERMORE FALLS — The October events at Treat Memorial Library will include a night of comedy by Teacher’s Lounge Mafia at 7 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 27. All proceeds from the show featuring the local improv group will benefit the library. The library’s third annual Patron Appreciation Day will be held Saturday, Oct. 20, and the […]
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SeniorsPlus announces October classes
LEWISTON — SeniorsPlus has announced its Education Center classes for October. Classes are held at 8 Falcon Road and free, unless noted. Androscoggin County Community Engagement Forum: 10 a.m. to noon Wednesday, Oct. 3, The Dolard & Priscilla Gendron Franco Center, 46 Cedar St., Lewiston; 6 to 8 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 11, St. Mary’s Lepage Conference Center. The Androscoggin Community […]
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Community meals
LISBON — The Methodist Women of the Lisbon United Methodist Church will serve a bean supper from 5 to 6 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 22, at the church on School Street. Cost is $8 for adults, $3 for children ages 6 to 12, and free for children 5 and younger. For more information, call 207-353-6814 — AUBURN — The […]
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October activities at Cancer Resource Center
NORWAY — The Cancer Resource Center of Western Maine announces its October schedule of events and programs. Registration for the 2nd annual Turkey Trot scheduled for Nov. 22 is open. Volunteers are also needed to prepare runner bags a day or two before the race, help with set up the day before the race and morning […]