NORWAY — Join the members of the Legion, Amvets, and VFW Auxiliaries, and DUV in Remembering 9/11. Wear red, white, and/or blue if possible, and bring a flag to wave if you have one. Meet across from the Norway Legion on September 11 to participate from 8:45 to 10:30 a.m.
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Extension program opens Maine farmer wellness fund applications
STATE — Applications for the Maine Farmer Wellness Fund are now available online and by phone for Maine farmers and farm workers through Sept. 30. Made possible through the Maine Farm and Ranch Stress Assistance Network (FRSAN), individuals can apply for up to $500 to support their wellness needs. Farmer wellness is broadly defined and […]
A Family for ME event
Join A Family for ME on September 13th, 2022 from 6:00-8:00 pm for a live, virtual conversation about becoming a foster/adoptive parent in Maine. Foster and adoptive parents will be joining professionals to answer your questions about the different ways to provide care for teenagers, including respite and emergency care. If you’ve ever considered foster […]
Efficiency Maine announces funding for rural EV charging
STATE — A new initiative from Efficiency Maine will further expand the coverage of the state’s electric vehicle (EV) charging infrastructure by supporting installation of public EV chargers in rural communities. This is the first of a series of planned EV charging infrastructure incentives from Efficiency Maine using $8 million allocated by Governor Mills’ Maine […]
Downhill Derby Winners
WEST PARIS — The West Paris Downhill Derby held its second race of the season on Saturday, August 13. Pictured are the winners of the race Cameron Palmer – third place, Steven McCann – first place, and Tyce Sawyer – second place. There will be one more Downhill Derby race held on Saturday, September 10. […]
New face in the cruiser
NORWAY — Norway Police Department has welcomed a new face to its ranks – 21-year-old Michael Jones of Hanover. Jones is a 2019 graduate of Telstar High School who, during his senior year of high school, did a dual enrollment with Central Maine Community College. After graduating he continued his studies earning an Associate’s Degree […]
Norway Center Church announces guest minister
NORWAY — The Norway Center Church welcomes guest minister Pastor Ron Blake on Sunday, August 21 at 10 a.m. Ron Blake was raised in Florida and retired to Maine in 2000. He was raised in the Lutheran Church because his mother was Norwegian and that was the national church of Norway. While serving in the […]
MaineCF grants available for leaders of color
STATE — Nonprofit leaders of color may be eligible for grants from the Maine Community Foundation (MaineCF). MaineCF’s Investing in Leaders of Color grant program supports nonprofit leaders of color and their organizations. The program provides one-on-one coaching, a stipend for professional development and operating costs, and networking opportunities. The applicant must be a person […]
Famous Chicken pies for sale
HARRISON — The Bolsters Mills United Methodist Church will be selling our ‘famous’ chicken pies and gravy on the third Saturday of the month until further notice. This month’s sale will be on Saturday, August 20. Orders for pies will be taken only on the morning of the 20 by calling the Church between 9 […]
Food pantry draws winner at Sweden Days
SWEDEN — Thank you to all who purchased 50/50 Raffle Tickets from Sweden Food Pantry Volunteers and Board Members. After a flurry of last-minute ticket buying at Sweden Days on Saturday morning, August 6, the winning ticket was drawn at 12:30 p.m. outside the historic restored school house. The winner was Dr. David Sundwall of […]