NORWAY — Norway Memorial Library will host the Haunted Hall’s Paranormal Ghost Hunting Group on Thursday, October 21, 6:30-8 p.m. The group is made up of Yvonne Rose DePerte and Tyler Hall from Hiram, and Steve and Josh Hall from Sebago. They, along with Steve’s wife Sue and her son, Jack have investigated four different […]
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Androscoggin Watershed to be discussed
NEWRY — The Androscoggin River Watershed Council plans to host the 26th Annual Androscoggin River Watershed Conference from 8:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Tuesday, Oct. 5, at the Grand Summit Hotel at Sunday River Resort, at 15 S. Ridge Road, in Newry. The conference will feature a variety of topics of interest to residents, businesses, […]
Solar & EV Expo planned at Oxford Hills high school
Center for an Ecology-Based Economy brings together electric vehicles and clean energy Oct. 2
This ‘n That
Supper LOVELL — There will be a Public Spaghetti supper at Delta Masonic Lodge, 920 Knights Hill Rd, Lovell from 5 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. or until we run out. The Menu will be Spaghetti & Sauce, Garlic Bread, Green Salad, Dessert, and Drinks will be available. There will be some deliveries available for our […]
Norway Historical Society: Norway’s Diner
On Wednesday evening, February 14, 1940, Norway became part of an already established trend in “affordable” dining: the Norway Diner opened its door. The entrepreneur behind the creation of this edifice of grilled gastronomic delights was a man best known for his skill as a driver and trainer of racehorses, Pierce Chappelle of Lewiston. The […]
Minot and Hebron hear State Police history
WEST MINOT — Retired trooper Percy Turner briefed both town’s Historical Societies at a combined pot-luck dinner and presentation at the West Minot Grange Hall in recognition of the 100th anniversary of the Maine State Police. Turner explained that initially most of the officers were assigned inspection duties but a few operated on motorcycles. Horses […]
Maple producers plan Fall Fest
BUXTON — The Maine Maple Producers Association recently announced that Maine Maple Fall Fest will be hosted on Oct. 9 and 10. This event is a continuation of the Maine Maple Producers Weekend held in October 2020. “After our fall event kick-off last year, we are again opening our sugar houses to the public for […]
Blood needed for those with sickle cell disease
PORTLAND — When patients living with sickle cell disease face a sickle cell crisis, blood transfusions can make a lifesaving difference. That’s why the American Red Cross has launched an initiative to grow the number of blood donors who are Black to help patients with sickle cell disease, an enduring and often invisible health disparity […]
Safe Voices seeks donors for holiday outreach
AUBURN — Safe Voices, the domestic violence and sex trafficking resource center based in Lewiston, invites businesses and community members to participate in its annual holiday programs Feed-a-Family and Adopt-a-Family. Individuals, businesses, and community organizations are welcome and may choose to support one or both programs. This annual program serves more than 100 families across […]